Looking to attend college or graduate school? The NPD has partnerships with several well respected Christian colleges and seminaries.
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School offers its master’s degree coursework primarily through an 8-week format, with 6 start dates throughout the year. This will provide you with greater flexibility, enabling you to fold coursework into your daily life and focus on fewer classes at a time.
Since 1902, students have come to Northwestern to learn and develop as leaders through Christ-centered, academically excellent education.
University of Northwestern (UNW) is a Christ-centered liberal arts university located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
All members of the UNW community—students, faculty, staff—profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Our shared faith brings us together in a powerful way as we learn and grow together in Christ.
As an official ministry partner of the Northern Plains District the University of Northwestern offers a 10% discount to anyone currently on staff at one of our district churches. This includes adults who want to want to pursue individual classes, work towards a bachelor’s degree, continue their Bible knowledge in a certificate
“Oak Hills Christian College is a unique learning community that is making a significant impact in our region, our nation and the world. As a student… you will be encouraged and challenged to think biblically. You will find direction for your life. You will be equipped to utilize your unique personal gifts in a way that makes an impact for Jesus wherever He leads you.”
The NPD has scholarships available for those interested in the Certificate Program in Rural Leadership and Ministry. This certificate program is designed to provide foundational preparation and in-ministry training and mentorship to current lay and church leaders who will provide pastoral leadership in rural town and country churches.