EMU is a Christian university in Virginia known for peace and service.

EMU is a Christian university in Virginia known for peace, service and cross-cultural studies.

LAUNCH YOUR FUTURE IN THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY!

EXCEL IN YOUR MAJOR

One-on-one relationships with professors will help you excel at any of the more than 60 programs of study EMU offers undergraduates. Upon graduation, your resume will include hands-on research opportunities, internships, and cross-cultural travel that will prepare you for an interconnected world.
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LAUNCH YOUR CAREER

Graduate schools and employers prefer EMU graduates because of the work ethic, academic preparedness and critical thinking skills they gain at EMU. Area hospitals and schools routinely hold spots for EMU grads. Alumni pursue graduate studies at Ivy League and top professional schools.
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AFFORDABLE

Liberal arts graduates are highly valued by employers because they are team players, critical thinkers, see the big picture and are natural leaders. We work with each family to make this valuable experience possible; often it is just as affordable as public universities. Complete the application to find out your financial aid package.
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A DYNAMIC COLLEGE TOWN

Build friendships and a network for life in the lively college town of Harrisonburg, Virginia, and the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Hike, bike, canoe, camp, ski and enjoy a vibrant downtown. EMU also has an active site in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and many online programs.
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EMU NEWS

Elite accreditation

The biochemistry program is among just 75 programs nationwide to be accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
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Celebrating arts and scholarship

Civil rights advocate Fania Davis will give the keynote address to kick off EMU's inaugural Academic and Creative Excellence Festival.
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'Alfombra' welcomes spring to EMU

The Latino Student Alliance created their third annual 'alfombra' artwork to celebrate Easter.
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New opportunities with new business majors

Two new majors for fall 2018 will prepare students to fill key roles in the growing fields of marketing and organizational leadership.
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