Christ-centered Christian university in Guam offering biblical and liberal arts degrees to Micronesia and beyond.
Pacific Islands University offers Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Biblical Studies and Liberal Studies, along with Diploma and Certificate programs. The BA in Biblical Studies is a 120-credit program designed as a five-year curriculum with a minor in Liberal Studies and required field education. The AA in Biblical Studies is a 60-credit program completable in approximately two and a half years. All programs emphasize biblical worldview, Christian character development, critical thinking, and ministry skills. The university also offers a graduate-level seminary program launched in 2008.
PIU's mission is to prepare men and women with a biblical worldview for leadership and service in life, work, and ministry in the global community and church. The university emphasizes five core pillars: Christian character development, understanding scripture as final authority, ministry skills, critical thinking, and broadening knowledge. Founded by Liebenzell Mission to train Micronesian church leaders, the institution expanded in 1991 to Guam to increase accessibility and broaden its curriculum beyond theological training to include liberal arts education.
Applicants must complete an application, submit high school transcripts or college transcripts (if transferring), pass a placement test, provide immunization records, and participate in an admissions interview (online or in-person) or provide a reference. Transfer students may transfer up to 60 credits. The university accepts students of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin without discrimination. FAFSA school code is 034383 for federal financial aid eligibility.
Pacific Islands University is nationally accredited by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS), recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and CHEA. The institution is approved to offer federal student aid and maintains a Net Price Calculator and financial aid resources. The university operates in-person and online distance education formats with flexible class start dates in August, January, and May.