Earn more than a college degree through immersive, active-learning experiences and programs. Develop the intellect, ministry skillsets, character, and spiritual foundations required to lead the local church and fulfill the Great Commission.
The Highlands College Journey
Your journey begins with a calling to follow Jesus. At Highlands College, you’ll live and learn ministry through hands-on training, real leadership experience, and a community that helps you grow in character and confidence. Keep reading to see how your Highlands College journey equips you to lead and serve in the harvest field.
Called
In Luke 10:2, Jesus says, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” You are called to be one of those workers. At America’s Ministry Leadership University, you’ll be equipped to step out in faith, serve the Church, and lead with clarity and conviction.
The Authority of Scripture
The Pursuit of a Christ-Centered Life
The Passion for Lifelong Learning
The Calling of Ministry Leadership
The Advancement of the Kingdom
Transformed
At Highlands College, transformation shapes who you are. Through Academic Instruction, Ministry Training, Character Formation, and Spiritual Development, you’ll grow in knowledge, leadership, and faith—equipped to live out your calling with confidence. From freshman to senior year, each stage builds on these pillars. Discover how your transformation unfolds every step of the way.
Freshman | Plan
Establish a strong biblical and academic foundation that shapes how you think, learn, and approach truth with excellence and curiosity.
Discover how God works through the local church. Observe, reflect, and begin to see how your unique gifts fit into His purpose.
Establish foundations by learning what it means to live with integrity—being whole and consistent in every area of life. Discover who you are in Christ and build rhythms that align your daily choices with biblical truth.
Learn to walk with God by beginning in humility—recognizing your need for Him and building a life rooted in surrender. Establish a posture of openness before the Lord as you develop daily spiritual rhythms, learn to depend on His voice, and cultivate a teachable heart that prepares you for lifelong growth.
Begin with the end in mind.
- Explore what ministry placement is
- Discover your strengths and define your goals
- Create your ministry career plan
Sophomore | Prepare
Deepen your understanding of God’s Word and grow as a thinker, learning to express beliefs, question assumptions, and connect ideas through a biblical worldview.
Serve faithfully alongside leaders in real ministry environments, learning humility, teamwork, and the heart behind effective ministry.
Strengthen discipline through consistent practice and perseverance. Develop spiritual, mental, and physical strength by embracing structure, accountability, and challenges that refine your habits and build resilience.
Strengthen your trust in God as you deepen spiritual disciplines and learn to rely on Him and His people in every season. Grow in confidence as you practice prayer, Scripture meditation, and obedience. Allow challenges to form resilience and shape a faith that is steady, tested, and anchored in Christ.
Grow through real ministry experience and skill development.
- Engage in hands-on ministry and reflect on your growth
- Explore calling and career direction through mentorship
- Practice and develop key ministry skills through feedback and intentional action
Junior | Practice
Engage by applying your knowledge to real-world learning and case studies that bridge the classroom and ministry.
Lead with purpose by turning your knowledge into action. Influence others toward the mission of the Church as you model faithfulness, wisdom, and a heart to serve.
Step into greater influence by leading through service. Embrace humility and teamwork as you take on roles that prioritize others’ growth and well-being, learning that true greatness is measured by how faithfully you serve.
Engage in community with maturity by pursuing unity—leading through compassion, empathy, and Christlike love. Learn to build healthy relationships, resolve conflict biblically, and champion the spiritual growth of others. Discover how unity strengthens the Church and reflects the heart of Jesus.
Lead with confidence and sharpen your professional tools.
- Strengthen your resume and communication skills
- Practice interviews and employer engagement
- Step into leadership opportunities
Senior | Propel
Distinguish yourself as a confident, Chris-centered leader by possessing wisdom, creating clarity, and producing excellence wherever you’re called.
Apply your ministry training in real-world settings by leading projects, mentoring others, and advancing the mission of the local church wherever God calls you next.
Pursue excellence in all things by modeling maturity and consistency. Lead with grace, endurance, and a commitment to your highest potential—honoring God through every effort and graduating as a leader whose character reflects Christ.
Live with a Spirit-empowered passion that fuels purpose, endurance, and wholehearted devotion to God. Step into your calling with joy and conviction, embracing opportunities to inspire others by your example. Graduate as a leader whose life reflects a vibrant, enduring love for Jesus and His mission.
Launch into your purpose.
- Prepare for full-time ministry placement
- Pursue real ministry opportunities
- Navigate transitions with clarity and confidence
Sent to Lead
Graduation isn’t the end of your Highlands College journey—it’s the beginning of a lifelong connection. Through the Highlands College Alumni Network, you remain part of a family that continues to celebrate, connect, collaborate, and care as you live out your calling. Wherever God leads you, you’ll always have a home in the HC Family—growing, giving back, and advancing the Kingdom together.
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