1883
Jackson, MS

School Details

Belhaven University traces its founding to the late nineteenth century, when Belhaven College first opened its doors in Jackson, Mississippi, as a private institution serving the educational needs of young women. It later merged with McComb Female Institute, in 1911, and then merged once more, with the Mississippi Synodical College in 1939. Belhaven continued to evolve, becoming co-educational in the 1950s. Since that period, Belhaven has “reaffirmed” its Christian status, and has expanded academic programming, and added graduate and continuing educational programs. In 2010, Belhaven officially changed its title from Belhaven College to Belhaven University.

Today, the private, not-for-profit four-year institution awards associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, along with supporting certificate programs. Belhaven’s adult and graduate degree programs are tailored to fit the busy schedules of working professionals and non-traditional students. Furthermore, Belhaven University supports online learning opportunities to offer added flexibility and convenience. Undergraduate students can choose from two online options: the asynchronous path allows students to complete assignments and work when it suits, as long as deadlines are met, and the second synchronous option gives students the opportunity to participate in a virtual classroom, with real-time interaction between the instructor and students. Graduate work is completed asynchronously.

Accreditation & Licensing

Belhaven University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

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Art & Liberal Arts

Associate of Arts (Transfer)
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

Business

Associate of Arts in Business
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration / Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Business Administration / Information Technology Management for Business Leaders
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Management
Bachelor of Science in Management / Information Technology Management for Business Leaders
Certificate in Accounting
Graduate Certificate in Finance
Graduate Certificate in Human Resources
Graduate Certificate in Leadership
Graduate Certificate in Public Administration
Graduate Certificate in Sports Administration
Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration / Entrepreneurship
Master of Business Administration / Finance
Master of Business Administration / Human Resources
Master of Business Administration / Leadership
Master of Business Administration / Project Management
Master of Business Administration / Public Administration
Master of Business Administration / Sports Administration
Master of Public Administration
Master of Public Administration / Human Resources
Master of Science in Leadership
Master of Science in Leadership / Human Resources
Master of Science in Leadership / Ministry
Master of Science in Leadership / Public Administration
Master of Sports Administration

Criminal Justice, Safety & Law

Bachelor of Science in Management / Criminal Justice

Education

Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction
Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction / Educational Technology
Master of Education in Reading Literacy
Master of Education in School Leadership & Administration

Healthcare

Bachelor of Health Administration
Graduate Certificate in Health Administration
Master of Business Administration / Health Administration
Master of Health Administration

Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Psychology & Human Services

Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology / Christian Ministries
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology / Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology / Human Services

Religion & Philosophy

Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies
Certificate in Biblical Studies
Master of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies