NationsUniversity (NationsU) — Organization Profile
NationsUniversity (often called NationsU) is a non-profit, distance-learning university providing accredited online Christian education with a focus on biblical and related studies. The institution maintains offices in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Brentwood, Tennessee, while delivering its academic programs fully online for students located in the U.S. and around the world.
NationsU states its mission as building authentic faith and training Christian leaders around the world through affordable, accessible higher education using distance learning. Its curriculum is designed to begin with the biblical text and aims to serve learners from a variety of backgrounds, including those pursuing ministry preparation, personal enrichment, or structured theological study alongside local-church leadership development.
As an academic institution, NationsUniversity offers multiple program pathways that include undergraduate certificates and degrees as well as graduate and doctoral study. Core offerings include the Certificate in Biblical Studies, Certificate in Christian Ministry, Bachelor of Religious Studies, Master of Theological Studies (M.T.S.), Master of Divinity (M.Div.), and a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.). NationsU describes its model as “a school without walls,” with students learning at their own pace and engaging course content from wherever they live.
NationsUniversity is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), which it notes is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). For prospective students, the admissions process is presented as year-round, with clear guidance on applying, beginning coursework, and working with advisors and the registrar on transcripts, transfer credit, and graduation requirements.
Beyond traditional online delivery, NationsU also operates a Prison Services program that provides educational and spiritual opportunity for incarcerated students, including pathways to earn academic awards. This work depends on structured processes for applications, proctoring, and communication with facilities, reflecting an operational commitment to serve learners in settings where education access can be limited.
People can engage with NationsUniversity by applying as a student, sharing the program as a local-church leadership training option, or supporting the mission financially. Donor resources include online giving, recurring gifts, planned giving, and designated gifts, with donor relations support available by phone for questions about giving and stewardship-related options.
Key Links
- Website: https://nationsu.edu/
- Discover NationsU: https://nationsu.edu/discover-nationsu/
- Mission + Vision: https://nationsu.edu/mission-and-vision/
- Accreditation: https://nationsu.edu/accreditation/
- Academics Overview: https://nationsu.edu/academics-overview/
- Admissions Overview: https://nationsu.edu/admissions-overview/
- Academic Catalog: https://nationsu.edu/catalog/
- Prison Services: https://nationsu.edu/prison-services/
- Donate: https://nationsu.edu/donate/
- Contact: https://nationsu.edu/contact/
Contact Information
- Email: re*******@******su.edu
- Email: jo****@******su.edu
- Phone: 504-526-4745
- Phone: 866-617-6446
- Mailing address: 650 Poydras St., Ste 1400, PMB 133, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
- Mailing address: Business Administration Office, 7003 Chadwick Dr., Ste. 351, Brentwood, TN 37027
Socials
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NationsUniversity/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheNationsUniversity
Leadership
- Dr. John Baxter — President & Chief Executive Officer
- Dr. Mac Lynn — Chancellor
- Sam Daniel — Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer
- Jon-Roy Sloan — Director of Public Relations
