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World Mission University

#2214 in US ranking Los Angeles, CA
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$22,605
Tuition & fees
$7,420
Avg. aid
$3,110
Receiving aid
100%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
100%
Median salary
$13,781

What is the history of World Mission University?

World Mission University is a private Christian institution in Los Angeles whose academic identity centers on biblical studies and preparation for ministry. Its origins are in theological education, and its current fields of study extend beyond that original focus.

That development matters to applicants: World Mission University should be evaluated as a small, religiously oriented university, not as a broad-based public university. Applicants comparing historical accounts should check the institution's current catalog for the chronology of name changes and academic expansion rather than assume that an older school name describes its present degree offerings.

What are the faculties and departments at World Mission University?

World Mission University's reported fields of study include Bible and biblical studies, pastoral counseling and specialized ministries, social work, music, and nursing. These fields show a mix of ministry-focused and other professional interests, but a field appearing in federal records does not establish that every associated degree is currently accepting applicants.

Prospective students should use the current academic catalog to identify the exact credential, curriculum, delivery format, and campus requirements for their intended program. This is particularly important for nursing and social work: institutional accreditation alone does not establish a program's professional accreditation or a graduate's eligibility for a state license.

What is the location of World Mission University?

World Mission University is located in Los Angeles, California. Its urban setting makes transportation and scheduling practical considerations, particularly for students who expect to commute rather than live in university housing.

Before enrolling, students should check where their particular classes meet and whether any are offered online or at another instructional site. A workable budget should also account for travel time, parking or transit fares, and the cost of living in Los Angeles; tuition alone will not capture those expenses.

What is the mission and vision of World Mission University?

World Mission University presents education through a Christian framework, with biblical learning and preparation for service central to its institutional purpose. Its religious orientation is relevant to students considering the content and expectations of a program.

Applicants should read the university's current mission statement and program descriptions alongside the course catalog. Those documents are the best way to distinguish institution-wide religious commitments from requirements that apply to a particular degree, such as ministry training or fieldwork.

World Mission University Profile - Basic Information

Name of the institution

World Mission University

Level of institution

Four or more years

Control of institution

Private

Setting type

City: Large

Institutional Category

Degree - granting, primarily baccalaureate or above

Institution size category

Under 1,000

Religious affiliation

Protestant (Evangelical Christian Church)

School type

University

Main student body

Coeducational

Calendar system

Semesters

Foundation year

1989

World Mission University Accreditation

World Mission University is institutionally accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation confirms that the school meets quality standards and is required for students to receive federal financial aid.

World Mission University Programs and Degrees

iconAssociate's degree
iconBachelor's degree
iconMaster's degree
iconDoctor's degree - research/scholarship
iconDoctor's degree - other

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.