What Evangel University does

Evangel University is a private, not-for-profit Christian university located in Springfield, Missouri, owned by the General Council of the Assemblies of God. Founded in 1955 (per firmographic records) with institutional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission dating to 1965, the university enrolls traditional undergraduates, graduate students, seminary students through its wholly-owned Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), and online learners. It offers over 70 academic programs spanning biblical studies, business, sciences, education, counseling, social work, and music, supported by six specialized program accreditations (HLC, ATS, NASM, CACREP, ACBSP, CSWE).

The institution generates revenue primarily through tuition and fees across on-campus, online, and hybrid modalities, supplemented by philanthropy (over $115 million raised since 2021 under President Dr. Mike Rakes), NAIA athletics operations, and auxiliary services. Its technology platform is conventional for higher education: Canvas LMS for course delivery, a Microsoft Outlook-based email system, EU Connect student portal, and Handshake for career services. It does not disclose tuition pricing publicly and competes on faith integration, denominational affiliation, and specialized programming rather than on technology differentiation.

The university's go-to-market is sales-led and event-driven: prospective students are recruited through campus visits (Valor Visit Days, Valor Preview Events), admissions counselors, dual enrollment partnerships with high schools, articulation agreements with Christian schools and school districts, and digital channels including a College Tour streaming series appearance on Amazon Prime and RokuTV. Strategic priorities visible in the data include the $18.5 million Valor Center athletic facility (funded in part by a $2M Mabee Foundation grant), the 224-bed Flood Hall dormitory opening in 2026, and expanded theological training via a $5M Lilly Endowment grant.

Name

Evangel University

Legal name

Evangel University

Website

https://evangel.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Christian Colleges with Theological Programs (EDAHAKAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Seminaries (Graduate Theology & Ministry) (EDAHAKAA), Faith-Affiliated Private Research Universities (EDAHABAJ)

Keywords

• Christian higher education
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate theological education
• Online learning programs
• Seminary education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Springfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Evangel University generates primary revenue from undergraduate, graduate, and seminary tuition and associated fees. The university offers various degree programs across on-campus, online, and hybrid formats with differentiated pricing.
2. Grants and Donations: The university receives challenge grants and donations from foundations (Mabee Foundation, Lilly Endowment) for capital projects and programmatic initiatives. These include the $2 million Mabee Foundation challenge grant for the Valor Center and $5 million Lilly Endowment grant for theological training.
3. Athletics: Evangel operates NAIA athletics programs generating revenue through ticket sales, merchandise, and fan engagement. The university has invested in facilities including the AGFinancial Arena and Coryell Field.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Evangel University is a private Christian institution that delivers residential undergraduate, graduate, online, and seminary degree programs across more than 70 fields of study, including biblical studies, business, sciences, education, counseling, and music. The Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS) provides theological training for ministerial preparation, while dual enrollment extends college credit opportunities to high school students in partnership with districts and Christian schools.

Product overview

Evangel University is a private Christian university offering a comprehensive educational platform consisting of multiple interconnected programs and services. The core offerings include traditional undergraduate programs (70+ degree programs), graduate programs (master's and doctoral degrees), online/graduate programs, and the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary for theological training. These academic programs are supported by technology platforms including EU Connect (student engagement portal), Canvas LMS (learning management system), and the Student Portal (academic records and services). The university serves undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and online learners through an integrated Christ-centered educational experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Programs (On-Campus) Traditional on-campus undergraduate degree programs offering over 70 academic programs spanning biblical studies, business, sciences, arts, education, and more, for high school graduates and transfer students seeking residential Christian higher education.
• Graduate Programs Graduate-level degree programs including Master of Education, Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master of Organizational Leadership, and doctoral programs for working professionals and adult learners.
• Online Undergraduate and Graduate Programs Online undergraduate and graduate degree programs including Addiction Studies, Business Administration, Leadership, and various certificate programs, accessible through the College of Online Learning for adult and remote learners.
• Online Certificate Programs Online certificate programs for adult learners seeking short-form credentials in areas including Addiction Studies and Leadership.
• Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS) Seminary offering theological training including Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies, Master of Theology, and doctoral programs for ministry preparation within the Pentecostal/Charismatic tradition.
• Dual Enrollment Program Program allowing high school students to earn college credit while still enrolled in high school, delivered through articulation agreements with school districts and Christian schools.

Quantifiable outcome

• 651 graduates in 2026 representing 11 countries, 42 states, and Puerto Rico
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• Assemblies of God Theological SeminarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpanded partnership with Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS) to develop diverse future church leaders. AGTS is part of Evangel University and receives Lilly Endowment funding to support ministerial training and resources for pastors.
• Assemblies of God (AG) National OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the AG national office to expand minister training initiatives. The university is owned by the General Council of the Assemblies of God and endorsed by the Alliance for Assemblies of God Higher Education.
• Higher Learning Commission (HLC)coreOthersEvangel University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1965. HLC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a leading institutional accreditor. Reaffirmation visit scheduled for November 9-10, 2026.
• Association of Theological Schools (ATS)coreOthersTheological seminary programs accredited by ATS through Spring 2033 with next site visit in 2033.
• National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)coreOthersMusic programs accredited by NASM through 2026-2027 academic year with site visit in February 2026.
• Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP)coreOthersCounseling programs accredited by CACREP through October 2027.
• Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)coreOthersBusiness programs accredited by ACBSP through 2025 with site visit in February 2026.
• Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)coreOthersSocial Work programs accredited by CSWE through February 2026.
• Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)coreOthersMember of CCCU, a community of Christian colleges and universities committed to excellence in higher education.
• Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC)coreOthersMember of KCAC for conference athletic competition in the NAIA.
• National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)coreOthersMember of NAIA with Gold Five Star Institution designation. Athletic programs compete at NAIA level.
• School DistrictssecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool district partnerships for teacher education programs and professional development opportunities.
• Christian SchoolssecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnerships with Christian schools for credentialing programs and educational collaboration.
• Ministry NetworkssecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerMinistry network partnerships supporting student recruitment and field education opportunities.
• ChurchessecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerChurch partnerships providing student ministry opportunities and community engagement.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lee University: Private Pentecostal/Church of God university in Cleveland, Tennessee offering comparable residential undergraduate, online, and graduate programs — overlapping target market for faith-seeking students in the Midwest and Southeast.
• Mid-America Christian University: Church of God-affiliated private Christian university in Oklahoma City offering undergraduate, online, and graduate programs including ministry tracks — comparable scale and mission alignment.
• Southeastern University: Another AG-affiliated private Christian university in Lakeland, Florida with NAIA athletics, online programs, and a similar Pentecostal identity — direct competitor for traditional undergraduate, online, and ministerial training students.
• Northwest University: Assemblies of God-affiliated Christian university in Kirkland, Washington offering undergraduate, graduate, and seminary programs with NAIA athletics, paralleling Evangel's denominational anchoring and program mix.
• Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU): AG-affiliated Christian university in Waxahachie, Texas with residential, online, and graduate programs — directly comparable in denominational mission, theological offerings, and online learning strategy.

Broad incumbents

• Biola University: Inter-denominational evangelical Christian university in La Mirada, California with a Rosemead School of Theology and strong online programs — broader incumbent in faith-affiliated higher education.
• Liberty University: Large non-denominational evangelical university in Lynchburg, Virginia with an enormous online operation — competes head-on for adult learners, online undergrad, and graduate students in the faith-based segment.
• Cedarville University: Baptist-affiliated private Christian university in Cedarville, Ohio — competes for the broader Christ-centered undergraduate market with a similarly rigorous academic brand and NCAA/NAIA athletics.
• Oral Roberts University: Major Pentecostal-affiliated private university in Tulsa, Oklahoma with a far larger undergraduate/graduate portfolio and athletic presence — a broader incumbent that competes for the same faith-rooted student pool.

Regional players

• Central Methodist University: Private faith-affiliated university in Fayette, Missouri serving a similar Missouri/Midwest regional student pool with comparable undergraduate program breadth and NAIA athletics competition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/evangeluniv
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/EvangelUniversity
• Facebookfacebook.com/31040280977
• Instagraminstagram.com/evangel_university
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/evangel-university

Compliance10 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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