7600 Flower Ave.
Takoma Park, MD 20912

This Christian college in Maryland is affiliated with the Seven-Day Adventist Church and has firm roots in the Christian church. All academic courses and programs, as well as extracurricular activities and campus life, are offered in the context of Christian values. Across all majors and programs, Columbia Union College emphasizes a commitment to service to its students. The university strives to serve as a "gateway to service" for all students.

Columbia Union College confers degree at the professional, Associate, Bachelor's, and Master's level in areas including business, education, humanities, healthcare, and sciences. This Christian college in Maryland also offers specialized programs including a Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in nursing, and a Master of business Administration. The continuing education department offers the opportunity for working professionals to take non-credit and non-degree courses. Columbia Union College also offers an external degree program also designed for working professionals who wish to finish a college degree without taking a full course load on campus. Through this program, students may take courses exclusively online and design personalized degree programs.

Located on nearly 20 acres of plush greens in Takoma Park, the Columbia Union campus is close to downtown Maryland, affording students access to some of the world's best museums, entertainment, restaurants, and nightlife. As a Christian university, Columbia Union College strongly encourages students to participate in mission programs, which local community service projects as well as travel to foreign countries. The experience greatly enhances a student's education and instills a sense of community service while enlightening their spiritual and personal self.

Students continue to choose Columbia Union College for its challenging academics and its thriving spiritual environment. As the college continues to grow, it remains committed to graduating highly successful students to live in the presence of God.

Quick Facts:

Columbia Union College has more than 10 Division II athletic teams as well as intramural teams.

This Christian College in Maryland offers dozens of student activities and clubs, and boasts its own brass ensemble, chorale, and gospel choir.

Columbia Union College has a variety of student run publications, including the Columbia Journal and This Week on Campus, which both detail campus events and course information.

Columbia Union College offers a number of honor's programs for high achieving students.

On campus counseling and health services are available to all Columbia Union College students.

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