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Guide With Purpose

Resources for Pastors

Your Ministry. Their Future. One Campus.

You know your students. Come experience Walla Walla University for yourself – and discover how together we can grow students in their faith, purpose and preparation for their future.

Walk with them

You've already played an important role in their lives. Discover ways to walk alongside them as they make decisions for their future at Walla Walla University.

As they step toward college, we’re here to partner with you—supporting your ministry, equipping you with practical tools, and helping to guide your students toward a purposeful future rooted in Jesus.

Portrait of Qylan Casto

“Thank you for investing in the lives of students at Walla Walla University. Your support helps make it possible for students to pursue their calling and become a light for Christ in the world.”

– Qylan Casto, Hood River Seventh-day Adventist Church

Portrait of Jaely Gabriel

“Thank you for extending Christ's love to students here at WWU! Because of your support, students are getting to know Jesus, sharing His love to others through service, and following the path that God has set out for them."

– Jaely Gabriel, East Salem Seventh-day Adventist Church

Portrait of Zane Hartman

“Thank you for everything you have done for us in Walla Walla, we truly appreciate that you guys have done as Pastor, and making sure that we learn God's word from it."

– Zane Hartman, Yakima Seventh-day Adventist Church

Portrait of Samantha Ieremia

"Thank you for your prayers, support and for reflecting Christ’s love to WWU students. May God continue to bless you as you continue to be a blessing to us!"

– Samantha Ieremia, Southside Samoan Seventh-day Adventist Church

Further your education

Lead with faith. Serve with purpose.

MBA: Ministerial Leadership

Gain practical skills for leading mission-driven organizations.

  • Fully online and asynchronous
  • Focused training in nonprofit leadership, finance, fundraising, and governance
  • Available as an MBA specialization or graduate certificate
  • Eligible NPUC church employees receive 15% off tuition

Learn more or apply at the Master of Business Administration page.

Serve others. Strengthen communities.

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Prepare for meaningful service through advanced clinical training.

  • Available online or in College Place
  • Local field experience
  • Advanced Standing can be completed in one year

Learn more or apply at the Master of Social Work page.

Strengthen your teaching. Expand your impact.

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Designed for educators ready to deepen their expertise and expand their impact.

  • Fully online and self-paced
  • Four concentrations to match your goals
  • Tuition waivers available to eligible NPUC teachers

Learn more or apply at the Master of Education page.