About Us

Cairn University is intentionally centered upon the Lord Jesus Christ and His Word. With diverse and rigorous undergraduate and graduate academic programs, a dynamic campus life, and the personal investment of faculty, a Cairn education emphasizes biblical integration, the cultivation of wisdom, and strategic engagement with the world.

Centered upon Christ and His Word.

Every college or university education is centered on something - a philosophy, a world view, a set of core beliefs. Cairn University keeps Jesus Christ and the Word of God at the center everything, from the curriculum, to student ministries, to campus activities like the arts and athletics.

Diverse and rigorous undergraduate and graduate academic programs.

The University offers over 50 programs and a broad range of spiritual and intellectual opportunities to form the skills and habits necessary to live out your faith and succeed at your work. Every student studies the Bible and pursue Bachelors and Masters degrees in a variety of fields. 

Dynamic campus life and opportunities to practice what is learned.

The best way to practice what you learn is to do. And Cairn students do. Student groups, performing arts, athletics, mission trips, service projects, campus events, professional program activities, conferences, and clubs provide for a dynamic campus life that enriches the total University experience.


Quality teaching, the personal investment of faculty, and a clear sense of purpose.

The faculty at Cairn know and care about their students. They want them to be inspired to live an intentional life of purpose and obedient service to Christ. Professors teach the Bible and all other subjects in view of its teaching. They are examples to them and invest in them and guide them.

Biblical integration, the cultivation of wisdom, and strategic engagement with the world.

Cairn University students are prepared well. They stand out and are sought out by employers, graduate schools, and ministries because they are living examples of our mission to make a difference. They distinguish themselves by virtue of their faith, integrity, sense of purpose, and work ethic.