About Vision International University

Vision International University offers degree programs for students

seeking academic advancement and preparation for professional service in

Christian Ministry. VIU was founded as a sister institution of Vision

International College Australia in 1990. With administrative headquarters in

Ramona, CA, the institution specifically offers flexible and affordable

distance/online education in a variety of delivery methods.

Our Mission Statement:

The mission of Vision International University is to effectively educate and

train, by means of distance education, men and women called to Christian

service. The academic model shall be biblically based Christian higher

education (undergraduate through graduate), for preparing Christian pastors,

missionaries, church leaders, educators and other professionals for leadership

in various fields of Christian service. This mission is to be accomplished

through a Christ-centered distance education curriculum, of academic

excellence, intellectual inquiry, spiritual and moral integrity, and practical

experience.

1 . An identity as a Christian institution of higher education, serving qualified applicants

without sectarian discrimination.

2 . A firm biblical emphasis, both in curriculum and in principles for praxis, based upon

acceptance of the authority of the scriptures.

3 . A competent, theologically diverse faculty committed to a quality academic program.

4 . A comprehensive educational philosophy, the practices of which are supported by

rigorous empirical research.

5 . A sense of community that fosters positive relationships among faculty and students of

diverse backgrounds.

6 . A learning environment supportive of the local church.

7 . A commitment to a progressive approach in addressing the technological nature of our

changing society.

Vision International University offers professional and academic tracks to meet the

needs of a variety of students, including those who are currently engaged in or plan to

engage in full-time ministerial service, those who simply desire stronger personal

theological enrichment, and those who intend to pursue advanced academic degrees.