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Congratulations to Columbia International University students who have earned one of CIU’s highest academic achievements: The 2026 Spring Semester Dean’s List. The honor goes to full-time undergraduate students who carry 12 credits or more and complete the semester with a
CIU’s new Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Kinesiology prepares students for graduate study and careers in health, rehabilitation, fitness, and human performance through hands-on learning and a Christ-centered approach.
Joshua Neath graduated from CIU in 2026 with a BS in Biology and a clear path to veterinary school. Learn how CIU’s biology program offers real research, hands-on internships, and a community that actually knows your name.
Dr. Michelle “Mikki” Schmidt spent 33 years as a missionary educator in West Africa before returning to CIU to earn her PhD in Educational Leadership. Here’s why she came back, and what the degree made possible.
While delivering one of Ethiopia’s most respected theological lecture series, CIU Dean Dr. Ed Smither reunited with alumni and students whose ministry leadership is helping bring Scripture to dozens of language communities across Africa.
Expand your impact through teaching, supervision, leadership, and research. CIU’s PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision helps experienced counselors prepare future professionals while advancing their own calling.
CIU appoints Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson as its inaugural Visiting Research Professor, strengthening opportunities in science, nursing, and healthcare education.
Columbia International University will launch a new Doctor of Global Leadership degree in Fall 2026. The fully online doctoral program equips mission and ministry leaders to lead multicultural teams and global organizations with biblical wisdom and strategic leadership.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings sweeping changes to federal student loans starting July 1, 2026. New borrowing caps, the elimination of Grad PLUS loans for most new borrowers, and a new repayment plan are among the most significant shifts in decades. CIU’s Financial Aid team is here to help you understand what this means for you.
“CIU separates itself from the other top-ranked schools with its applied doctoral project experience, built-in hands-on training that starts early in the program. Learners also benefit from a low student-to-faculty ratio and personalized mentorship for one of the most immersive learning experiences available.” -Forbes Advisor
Holding up a towel, Dr. Dearborn reminded the graduates that in whatever field they entered, they were meant to represent Christ by serving in leadership. He used Jesus’ washing of the disciples feet in John 13 as the example of what Christian leadership is like. Dr. Dearborn stated that “serving others crushes pride.”
What does it mean to read the Bible missiologically? In this conversation with CIU faculty member Dr. Trevor Castor, discover how Scripture reveals God’s mission from Genesis to Revelation and why that perspective reshapes how Christians understand familiar biblical stories.
Transferring colleges doesn’t have to mean starting over. Discover how Columbia International University helps students keep their credits, find their purpose and finish strong in a Christ-centered community.
With growing mental health needs across communities, CIU’s CACREP-accredited MA in Clinical Counseling equips students to serve as licensed professionals who integrate clinical expertise, ethical practice, and a Christ-centered approach to care.
Columbia International University’s VOX Gap Year program combines spiritual growth with academic progress, offering 27 transferable college credits, experiential learning, and guided vocational discernment in a Christian community setting.
Faculty leaders from Columbia International University’s Seminary & School of Counseling have released Blueprints for Course Design, a new book offering a practical, learning-centered framework to help educators design courses that foster growth in content, character, and competence.
High school students don’t have to wait to begin college. CIU’s dual enrollment program allows motivated students to earn transferable college credit early while learning in a Christ-centered academic environment.
Be sure to congratulate those you know and offer up prayers of thanks for the professors and other mentors at CIU who assisted these students.
CIU launches a Chi Sigma Iota chapter to provide counseling students with new opportunities for leadership, networking and professional development.
Hospitality is more than kindness, it’s central to God’s mission. In a conversation with CIU’s Dr. Edward Smither, discover how biblical hospitality shapes global missions, intercultural engagement and the calling of students preparing to serve across cultures.
What is the mission of God, and who is called to take part? In this faculty conversation, Dr. Victor Cuartas explores the Great Commission, evangelical unity, and how CIU’s School of Missions & Intercultural Ministry prepares students for global impact.
What does it mean to serve as a military chaplain? CIU faculty explore the calling, training and global impact of chaplaincy, and how future chaplains are prepared to bring Christ-centered care into military and institutional settings around the world.
Choosing the right college shapes your future. At Columbia International University, students experience the unique benefits of a Christ-centered education from academic excellence to spiritual formation and real-world purpose. Learn seven compelling reasons why a faith-based college experience may be the transformational path you’re looking for.
Columbia International University’s Master of Education in Educational Leadership program launches its first interns in South Carolina’s inaugural state-certified principal licensure track. This Christ-centered, fully online program equips educators to become leaders who impact schools, communities, and future generations.
Columbia International University’s School of Nursing achieved a 100% NCLEX pass rate and was ranked the #1 Nursing School in South Carolina, reflecting its Christ-centered mission, outstanding faculty, and generous scholarships.
“It is particularly attractive to men and women who have solid Bible and theology backgrounds and want to get started on their research early in their program rather than waiting to work through two years of courses.” -Dr. John Harvey, Ph.D. Program Director
