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Our Programs Help Professionals Make a Real Difference.

At PLNU, our programs empower professionals to create meaningful change through community outreach, social justice initiatives, and mission-driven service opportunities. Whether you're passionate about advocating for others, addressing societal challenges, or engaging in hands-on service, our programs provide the knowledge and experiences needed to make a lasting impact.

At PLNU, our programs empower professionals to create meaningful change through community outreach, social justice initiatives, and mission-driven service opportunities.

RENOWNED PROGRAMS

PLNU’s regional reputation offers opportunities for meaningful engagement across programs.

RENOWNED PROGRAMS

Gain the skills to lead in every interaction through our comprehensive programs, trusted across the region.

RENOWNED PROGRAMS

Gain the knowledge, confidence, and practical expertise to lead with purpose in every interaction through our comprehensive programs, trusted across the region.

EDUCATION ABOUT OUTREACH

Learn with a community who has a mission-driven focus for whole-person development.

EDUCATION ABOUT OUTREACH

Grow through hands-on opportunities to engage in mission-driven initiatives that create a lasting community impact.

EDUCATION ABOUT OUTREACH

Whether it’s online, at one of our centrally located classrooms, or on a familiar community college campus, our courses are designed to accommodate your schedule.

SERVING WITH INTENTION

Step into service with compassion and integrity within and beyond the classroom.

SERVING WITH INTENTION

Experience a program empowering professionals to grow and step into a calling with compassion and integrity.

SERVING WITH INTENTION

Experience a program where faith inspires action. Our programs empower professionals to grow as servant leaders and step into a calling with compassion and integrity.

Featured PLNU Programs

40+ Degrees and Certifications Offered Online and In-Person

CHILD DEVELOPMENT, B.A.

APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY, B.A.

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, M.A.

MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW)

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION, B.A.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE, B.A.

PLNU’s Criminal Justice program emphasizes community relations and restorative justice alongside law enforcement and legal practices.

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CLINICAL COUNSELING, M.A.

PLNU partners with the Center for Enriching Relationships to train future therapists while offering free or low-cost counseling to the San Diego community.

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, M.S.

PLNU’s MSOT program provides hands-on learning through community-based clinical experiences, impactful fieldwork, and service to underserved populations.

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ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS

“PLNU has given me the tools and opportunities to turn my passion into action.”

—Mia Thompson, 2025

B.A. Criminal Justice

“I can’t imagine many places will be able to give you the quality education that you get at PLNU — with that same kind of small faculty-to-student ratio. I think that is paramount.”

—Joshua Womack, 2020

Nursing M.S.

—Joshua Womack, 2020

Nursing M.S.

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