Facts and Distinctions
Corban is a private Christian university with an 80-year history of educating students who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ. Situated on a beautiful forested hillside overlooking Oregon’s capital, Corban is only an hour from Portland, the Cascade Mountains, and the Oregon coast. Academic excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, as well as online, prepares students for careers as business leaders, educators, medical professionals, politicians, ministry leaders, and more. Expert faculty, a tight-knit community, and opportunities for local and global engagement provide for students’ growth both in and beyond the classroom.
Founded
1935
University Type
Private independent Christian University with a Baptist heritage; offers over 50 undergraduate programs, as well as graduate programs in counseling, education, business, and ministry.
President
Dr. Sheldon C. Nord
Enrollment 2019-20
- Undergraduate: 934
- Online: 50
- Graduate: 214
- Global: 1552
- Total: 2750
Degree Programs
- School of Arts & Sciences: Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- School of Ministry: BS, BA, Master of Arts (MA), Master of Divinity (MDiv), Doctor of Ministry (DMin)
- Hoff School of Business: BS, BA, Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- School of Education & Counseling: BS, BA, Master of Science in Education (MSEd), Graduate Teacher Licensure (GTL)
Degrees Awarded, 2018-19
- Undergraduate: 249
- Master’s: 36
- Doctoral: 3
Tuition and Fees
Tuition at Corban University is $32,380 for full-time undergraduate students. With room, board, activities, and other fees combined, the total cost of attendance is $43,268 without financial aid. However, the average annual financial aid package for traditional incoming freshman students is $27,571.
Budget and Endowment, 2018-19
- Operating Budget: $21 million
- Endowment: $3 million
Employees
- Faculty: 51
- Staff: 110
- Total: 161
Campus
- Location: Salem, Oregon (state capital)
- Acres: 220
- Residence Halls: 5
- Arts Facility: Psalm Performing Arts Center
Global Partnerships
- Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH) in Jakarta, Indonesia, partners with Corban and awards Corban University degrees to education students.
- The Africa Training Partnership provides a three-year certificate program for pastors in Cameroon, West Africa, and is led by Corban faculty in the School of Ministry.
- The Institute for Biblical Languages & Translation in Israel awards Corban University degrees and certificates in Hebrew Translation.
Athletics
- 16 Varsity Athletic Teams
- NAIA, Cascade Collegiate Conference
Accreditations
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
- Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Recognitions
- Ranked among the best universities in the West by U.S. News & World Report.
- Nationally recognized as a College of Distinction, with special honors for its Business and Education programs.
- Awarded the Presidents’ Cup for academic excellence among athletes for five consecutive years.
Mascot
An ancient warrior in full armor. His name is Cadmar.
Colors
Navy and Gold