Brethren Church Colleges
Organized in 1708 in Schwarzenau (Bad Berleburg), Germany, The Church of the Brethren is a Christian denomination originating from the Schwarzenau Brethren. Brethren advocate the basic beliefs of Christianity, including the divinity of Christ. The Church of the Brethren is one of the historic peace churches. The first American church was established in 1723. It has more than 125,000 members in over 1,000 congregations. General offices and the Brethren Press are located in Elgin, Illinois.
Brethren Church Higher Education Overview
Within the United States, two Brethren Church-affiliated schools include Ashland University (established in 1878 in Ashland, OH) and Grace College and Theological seminary (established in 1948 in Winona Lakes, IN.) Both schools offer undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees with areas of study ranging from education and science to business and theology. These schools offer educational and social environments based on Judeo-Christian values and a tradition that stresses the importance of each individual.
| School | City | Students | Highest Degree | Tenure System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland University | Ashland, OH | 6,200 | yes | |
| Emmaus Bible College | Dubuque, IA | 245 | Bachelor's | |
| Grace College and Theological Seminary | Winona Lake, IN | 1,509 |
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