Prairie College

Why Prairie
Prairie has a rich legacy of preparing students to meet the greatest needs of the world. Celebrating our 100th anniversary this year, Prairie has long been a leader in inviting students to become lovers of God who make disciples, and influence the culture around them. Prairie has continued to remain relevant with our world-class, Biblically integrated professional programs.
Community Culture
Prairie’s warm community encourages students to delve deeper into the unique story that God is writing with their lives. Student small groups, community events, and Prairie’s friendly faculty contribute to an intentional community of discipleship. Here we encourage one another, correct one another in love and press on together in a life of faith.
Program Highlights
Prairie offers professional programs such as Aviation, Worship Arts, Outdoor Leadership, Nursing, Primary Care Paramedic, and Digital Media. These programs complement our traditional programs such as Church Ministry, Biblical Studies, Theology and Intercultural Studies. Not sure what program is for you? Consider a gap year in Biblical Studies, Musicianship or Outdoor Leadership.
Top Five Programs
Bachelor of Arts in Ministry: Pastoral/Youth Ministry
Biblical Studies and Bachelor of Theology
Practical Nursing
Associate of Arts in Mission Aviation
Bachelor of Arts in Ministry: Outdoor Leadership
Student Testimony
“I always say you will go to Prairie for an education but you stay because of the community. There is no safer place to explore your personal relationship with God.”
— Ted Lantz, Bachelor of Arts in Ministry – Pastoral, 2020