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Don't just Learn it, Live it.

Earn your degree while gaining hands-on experience, living in community, and being part of what God is doing here.

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Your Next Chapter Starts Here

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Canyon College is a partnership with Northwest University that gives you a fully accredited degree while you’re based here in Redmond.


You’ll take your classes online, but your life won’t feel online. You’ll be part of a church, involved in real ministry, and gaining experience as you go.



It’s college, but it’s lived out in real time.

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Areas of Study

Programs are available at the Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s levels. You can earn your degree through Northwest University in areas like:

Ministry Leadership
Organizational Leadership
Business
Psychology
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Student Life

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hands-On Learning

Join a once-a-month event for the whole family. This is a great opportunity to meet other families in your life stage, make friends, and build your community. 


* Location varies. Stay up to date in the app. 

Life in Central Oregon

You’ll be living in one of the most unique parts of the country. 


Redmond is just outside of Bend, with mountains, trails, and over 300 days of sunshine each year. It’s a place where you can focus, grow, and actually enjoy where you are.

Housing

We don’t currently offer on-campus housing, but we help you find a place to live. 


Whether it’s placement with a host family or shared housing with other students, we’ll work with you to find something that fits.

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Cost and Tuition

This program is designed to be more accessible than most traditional Christian colleges.

Around $11,000 per year in tuition

Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement is available over two years

Our goal is to make Christian education practical without compromising quality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the college work?

Canyon College is a partnership with Northwest University. You’ll take your classes online through Northwest, while living in Redmond and being involved in the life of the church.

Is this an accredited degree?

Yes. All degrees are fully accredited through Northwest University.

Do I have to live in Redmond to be part of Canyon College?

Yes. The program is designed to be experienced in person, with students living in the area and participating in church life and internships.

What does a typical week look like?

Your week will include online coursework, time serving or interning within the church, and regular involvement in gatherings and community life.

Can I work while doing the program?

Many students choose to work part-time while completing their degree. The schedule is flexible enough to allow for this, depending on your workload and commitments.

How do internships work?

Internships are built into the program and can count toward college credit. Students serve in different areas of the church, gaining hands-on experience alongside staff and leaders.

What does housing look like?

Housing is not provided on campus, but we help students find a place to live. This may include host homes or shared housing with other students.

What does tuition include?

Tuition covers your coursework through Northwest University. Housing, food, and personal expenses are separate.

Is financial aid available?

Financial aid options may be available through Northwest University.

How do I apply?

You can start your application online today. It’s a simple process, and our team will walk with you through each step.

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If you’re interested, the next step is simple.


Apply, ask questions, or start a conversation. We’ll help you figure out if this is the right path for you.

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