Graceland University

Graceland University is a community dedicated to exceptional higher education.We are grounded in the liberal arts and dedicated to providing the progressive academic needs of the 21st century student.

Founded in 1895 and sponsored by Community of Christ, Graceland University is more than just a school.It is a community of passionate, caring and dedicated individuals who put their relationships with students first.The active Graceland alumni network reaches far beyond a student’s time on campus.

Graceland University educates students for advanced study, for productive careers and for rich lives. Its student body is a targeted, yet diverse group that includes persons of different ages, backgrounds and national origins who share a commitment to learning. Its curriculum, firmly rooted in the liberal arts tradition and enhanced by career-oriented practical experiences, affirms different styles of learning and prepares students to become competent professionals.Its highly qualified faculty excel in teaching and engage in scholarly, creative and professional activities. Together with the administration and staff, they care deeply about students.

Graceland offers a learning environment for the residential as well as the non-residential student that nurtures personal growth. Its challenging academic program stresses the joy of lifelong learning, the rigor of intellectual discipline and the relationship of both to a satisfying professional and personal life. Its size fosters genuine concern for the individual while providing fellowship and a sense of belonging. For the residential student, its rich co-curricular program of interest groups, athletics, student government, residential life and leisure activities provides opportunity to develop interpersonal skills, relationships, creativity and leadership.

Based on the Christian values of human dignity, mutual respect and social responsibility, Graceland welcomes persons of all faiths. It actively supports the counsel of its sponsoring denomination, Community of Christ, to “seek learning even by study, and also by faith” and indeed offers tangible expression of the church’s commitment to the open and free pursuit of knowledge through higher education.Graceland promotes opportunity, justice and world peace through practical and visionary action.

Graceland University will become a recognized educational leader, inspiring and empowering persons for transformational service and leadership.Graceland creates learning communities where students develop their potential for meaningful and productive lives.

Graceland University is a private, liberal arts school in the heartland of America. It is in the middle of everywhere.Graceland's positioning in both academics and geography offers a unique opportunity to international students to pursue studies in a university environment while enjoying the best of the American heartland.

Applying to a university abroad can be daunting. Making a move to another country, be it for a semester or four years, is not easy. We at Graceland have a cadre of experienced international admissions counselors and staff to help you during each step of the process. Your questions may be answered via email, text, telephone, Skype, Facebook or other social media available to you. The Graceland admissions department wants to make sure you receive your information and have your questions answered quickly.

Getting a college education is one of the most important investments in your future. But that doesn't mean the decision is an easy one. The bottom line can sometimes get pretty scary, especially if you aren't aware of your options. Be sure and check out all of the financial aid resource pages listed on the links to the right. Important financial information is available to help you make Graceland University an affordable educational experience.Graceland University works closely with you and your family to develop a plan that you're comfortable with.We develop customized financial plans for hundreds of students every year.

Graceland's accredited online graduate programs build on our tradition of educational excellence in the classroom.You'll take courses from our esteemed professors and get to know your fellow students just as you would on one of our campuses.

Graceland University is recognized by the Princeton Review as a "2018 Best College in the Midwest." Graceland is a spirited community of higher learning that puts relationships with students first. We offer a quality education to students throughout the country through our accredited online learning program.

Our online Master of Education program is available to educators who hold an undergraduate degree in education or an educational endorsement from an accredited university. To be accepted into this program you must also have a current teaching certificate and verification of current teaching employment that includes at least 20 hours per week in the classroom. Our Master of Education courses are carefully designed to provide relevant content that can often be immediately used in a teacher's classroom. Our online master's degree in education format allows teachers the flexibility to learn when it is convenient. In addition, we understand that teachers need access to affordable education, which is why we strive to keep our tuition costs competitive.

Graceland University was established as Graceland College in 1895 by the RLDS Church (now Community of Christ) in Lamoni, Iowa. Land for the college was donated by church members, with the first 20 acres given by Marietta Walker, after whom Walker Hall is named.