Impact Stories
Impacting the World for Christ
Your support of Emmaus as we carry out our mission to educate and equip learners to impact the world for Christ means that each year graduates launch their lives changed by the powerful Emmaus experience, by our uncompromised Bible teaching, and by the variety of professional and ministry-related programs of study that are available. The stories of our students, alumni, and projects demonstrate the impact you provide.
Recent Highlights
- In Fall 2025, Emmaus University launched our 1st fully accredited graduate program: an MA in Bible & Ministry, which is available online through our Emmaus University Global.
- In undergraduate programs, Fall 2025 enrollment saw the highest class of incoming freshmen in 9 years.
- Emmaus University is now an official Answers in Genesis College Partner, joining a select group of institutions nationwide.
- For 2 consecutive years, Emmaus students received the Emerging Scholar Award from the Christian Association of World Languages (CAWL)
- In 2024-2025, three teams won the MCCC Team Sportsmanship Award: Women's Basketball, Men's Soccer, and Women's Volleyball Teams. These awards indicate that the Emmaus Eagles are not only great players but also have the Christ-like attitudes we value!
- In February 2025, the Women's Volleyball and Men's Cross Country both received the NCCAA Scholar Team Award. To be eligible for this award, teams need a minimum grade point average of 3.40 on a 4.00 scale for all combined student-athletes on the team, demonstrating academic excellence in addition to athleticism.
- In Fall 2024, Emmaus was ranked #39 out of 94 Colleges by U.S. News and World Report in Best Regional Colleges — Midwest Category.
- In May 2024, Emmaus University Global graduated our first bachelor's degree alumna, Lora Schneider, who earned her Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies entirely online.
- Enhanced student experiences and safety through numerous capital projects.
We are excited about the direction of Emmaus and look forward to more forward movement. Thank you for praying with us and supporting the work of the university. See below for more stories, and Give Today to support this impact.