Eugene Divinity School was founded by pastor-educator Eugene C. Sanderson in 1895. After a series of name changes and a merger, it became known as Northwest Christian College(NCC) in 1934. NCC is a liberal arts and pre-professional institution that integrates faith, learning, and service through leadership. NCC has various general study programs that emphasize the development of evaluative thinking and effective communication skills. NCC is affiliated with Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and Christian Churches/Churches of Christ.

Vision
To be a college known for its integration of excellent academic programs, a foundation in the Christian faith, and a focus on teaching leadership and ethics.

Mission
To develop competent ethical leaders for service in the workplace, community, Church, and world.

Values

• Academic excellence
• Faith commitment
• Ethical leadership
• Character development
• Caring community
• Global engagement

Future enrollment increases are projected, and NCC has a target enrollment of 1,200 by 2014.

Academic programs
Northwest Christian College offers: T.E.S.O.L. certification (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Associate of Arts in general studies, and Associate of science in pre-professional health science. Bachelor of arts degrees are offered in: accounting, Bible and Christian ministry studies, business administration, communication, global studies, human services, humanities, interdisciplinary studies (individualized), music industry, music ministry, psychology, social sciences, and teacher education. Bachelor of Science degrees are offered in: computer and information Science (C.I.S.) and exercise science. NCC offers graduate degrees in professional counseling (M.A.), school counseling (M.A.), and business administration (M.B.A.). The Professional Studies Program offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in accounting, management, management information systems (M.I.S.), and health care administration.

Northwest Christian College is historically related to the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

* Becomes Northwest Christian University on July 1, 2008.