Member Application & Criteria

Criteria & Application for Membership

The following criteria characterize CCCU member institutions:

Institutional Type and Accreditation

  • Offer comprehensive undergraduate curricula rooted in the arts and sciences.
  • Be located in North America.
  • Have non-probationary regional accreditation (U.S. campuses only).

Christ-centered Mission

  • Have a public, board-approved institutional mission or purpose statement that is Christ-centered and rooted in the historic Christian faith.
  • Curricular and extra-curricular programs reflect the integration of scholarship, biblical faith and service.

Employment Policy

  • Hire as full-time faculty members and administrators only persons who profess faith in Jesus Christ.

Cooperation

  • Have been, are now, and will continue to be supportive of other Christian colleges.
  • Have a commitment to advance the cause of Christian higher education through active participation in the programs of the Council.

Institutional Integrity

  • Demonstrate responsible financial operations.
  • Have institutional practices which reflect high ethical standards.
  • Conduct fund raising activities in a manner consistent with the standards of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability.
If your institution meets the above criteria and you are interested in applying for membership in the CCCU, you may download the latest version of the Application for CCCU Membership. This document contains comprehensive information, including details of the application process and other specific requirements.

Annual Application Deadlines: mid-June & mid-December