Admissions
Undergraduate programs
EMU offers a variety of academic programs with many possible majors and minors. To learn more review our admissions website or contact Lauren Powell, admissions counselor for international students, with questions at 800-368-2665 or 540-432-4118 or .
Related programs
- Intensive English Program
This on-campus pre-college study in English as a second language prepares international students for admission to college, career advancement and cross-cultural skills development. It’s often referred to as IEP around campus. To learn more, e-mail Virginia Showalter, IEP office coordinator, at
- Summer Peacebuilding Institute
This program of the Center for Justice and Peacebuilding offers academic or professional training in peace and social justice. Held annually May through June. To learn more, e-mail Valerie Helbert at .
Graduate programs
- Seminary
EMS equips men and women to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ, to lead the church in mission with passion and integrity. Several programs are available. To learn more, e-mail Don Yoder at
- Conflict Transformation
This program is concentrated on peacebuilding, conflict transformation, restorative justice, trauma healing, development and related fields. To learn more, e-mail Janelle Myers-Benner at
- Counseling
This program focuses on community counseling. To learn more, e-mail Brenda Fairweather at
- Education
Students choose from several curriculums: literacy agent, diverse needs strategist (TESL, at-risk populations, or special education emphasis), and curriculum & instruction practitioner (elementary, middle, or high school emphasis). To learn more, e-mail
- Business Administration
Designed for the working professional, EMU’s MBA program promotes ethics, stewardship, and peacebuilding. Students take core classes together one night a week. To learn more, e-mail Patty Eckard at

