Azusa Pacific University

Specialties

Since its founding in 1899, Azusa Pacific University has prepared Christian leaders, disciples,

and scholars to make a difference in classrooms, hospitals, churches, boardrooms,

communities, and beyond. An evangelical Christian college, APU offers 57 bachelor’s degrees, 40 master’s degrees, 14 certificates, 10 credentials, and 9 doctoral programs at the university’s main campus in Azusa, seven regional centers, and online. APU is a leader in Christian higher education, annually recognized among the nation’s best colleges by U.S.News & World Report and The Princeton Review. The university is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and holds 14 other specialized accreditations. In 2011, APU was accepted into the three year NCAA Division II membership process, which will result in postseason eligibility by

2014.

History

Established in 1899.

Azusa Pacific University was founded in 1899 by a group of men and women passionate about creating a place for Christian education. Together, they formed the Training School for Christian Workers, the first Bible college on the West Coast geared toward preparing men and women for ministry and service. The 12 pioneering students met in a home in Whittier, California and were led by President Mary A. Hill. During the early years, the school saw significant growth and had many changes in leadership. It later merged with three Southern California colleges and relocated to Azusa, California in 1949, where the main campus resides today. More than a century since its inception, Azusa Pacific University remains committed to God First and the vision on which it was founded – preparing disciples and scholars to go out and make a difference in the world for Christ. Azusa Pacific University continues to be recognized annually as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

Meet the Manager

Jon W.

Manager

Jon R. Wallace, DBA, was selected as Azusa Pacific University’s 16^th president in November 2000. He immediately began building upon the legacy of his predecessors and envisioning the next level of God-​honoring excellence for Azusa Pacific University. During his tenure, he has worked to build a strong, efficient team focused on continually developing the education and enrichment of Azusa Pacific University and its students, including recruiting and developing the highest caliber faculty, overseeing new building additions to campus, and expanding the university’s international study opportunities. Wallace received a B.A. and MBA from Azusa Pacific University, a DBA from United States International University, and completed postgraduate studies at Harvard University’s Institute for Educational Management.