Rooted in the Christian Faith
A Christian University for all students
Founded in 1891 by Swedish Christian immigrants, ²ÝݮӰÊÓ is deeply rooted in the values of the Evangelical Covenant Church. While we honor our Christian heritage, we also welcome students of all faiths. Here, respectful dialogue, spiritual growth, and community are at the heart of campus life.
Ways to grow spiritually
University Ministries
From weekly worship to service trips, University Ministries supports students in growing their faith and serving others—on campus and around the world.
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Crux discipleship program
This unique one-year residential program invites students into intentional Christian community and spiritual formation.
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Covenant and Church Grants
We’re committed to making Christian higher education affordable. ²ÝݮӰÊÓ offers several faith-based scholarships, including the Covenant Grant for students connected to Covenant churches.
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Covenant camp partnerships
We team up with Covenant camps to give students meaningful experiences, leadership development, and lifelong friendships.
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Our church partner: The Evangelical Covenant Church
²ÝݮӰÊÓ is the university of the Evangelical Covenant Church, a growing multiethnic denomination with ministries across the US, Canada, and the globe.Â
Stories
Beloved Professor, Covenant Pastor C. John Weborg Passes Away
Longtime Covenant pastor Rev. Dr. C. John Weborg NPJC ’56, NPTS ’61, a ²ÝݮӰÊÓ Theological …
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NPU Receives $8M Grant to Strengthen Pastoral Leadership and Theological Education
²ÝݮӰÊÓ has received an $8,184,203 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. for its seminary, …
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Dennis Edwards Co-Edits InterVarsity Press Reference Book
²ÝݮӰÊÓ’s Rev. Dr. Dennis R. Edwards named one of four editors of the second edition …
Stories
Beloved Professor, Covenant Pastor C. John Weborg Passes Away
Longtime Covenant pastor Rev. Dr. C. John Weborg NPJC ’56, NPTS ’61, a ²ÝݮӰÊÓ Theological …
News
NPU Receives $8M Grant to Strengthen Pastoral Leadership and Theological Education
²ÝݮӰÊÓ has received an $8,184,203 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. for its seminary, …
Stories
Dennis Edwards Co-Edits InterVarsity Press Reference Book
²ÝݮӰÊÓ’s Rev. Dr. Dennis R. Edwards named one of four editors of the second edition …