Since 1895, Graceland University has developed students into people who will change the world. But providing a strong liberal arts education is just one piece of the puzzle. Just as important are our amazing faculty, who care about their students’ success; our fun, on-campus activities that build forever friendships; and the powerful sense of place and belonging we cultivate every day.
Graceland Universitiy
This is where it all begins. Where you start a journey of academic exploration, take chances, tap into your curiosity and discover the path that’s right for you. With 31 undergraduate programs, seven master’s programs and two doctoral programs you’ll have plenty of room to explore — both in the classroom and with hands-on experiential learning. In fact, we believe that building strong leaders and changing lives happens through all our educational opportunities, be that academic or otherwise, and joining the Graceland community is about more than just earning a quality degree — it’s about discovering who you are, what you want to become and going after it.
Undergraduate Programs
Residential in Lamoni, IA
- Accounting
- Agricultural Business
- Allied Health
- Pre-Athletic Trainer/Chiropractic Track
- Pre-Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy Track
- Strength and Conditioning Track
- Art
- Graphic Design Track
- Studio Art Track
- Biology
- General Biology Concentration
- Molecular and Biochemistry Concentration
- Business Management
- Chemistry
- Computer Science & Information Technology
- Criminal Justice
- Data Science
- Digital Content Creation
- Elementary Education
- Finance
- Forensic Psychology
- Health and Physical Education
- History
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Marketing
- Psychology
- Social Change
- Sport Management
- Sustainability Studies
Degree Completion in Independence, MO
- Elementary Education
- Nursing
Degree Completion Online
- Business Management
- Nursing
- Organizational Leadership
Graduate Programs
Online
- Master of Arts in Data Science and Analytics
- Master of Arts in Peace and Social Transformation
- Master of Arts in Religion
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Adult & Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science in Nutrition and Human Performance
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
Hybrid
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
Simplifying the Cost of College
Understanding the cost of college can be challenging. Graceland is much more affordable than most people think, and we want to ensure our tuition price is closer to what people actually pay. So we have transformed our base tuition price on the Lamoni campus from $32,500 to $19,950 beginning in fall 2024. As you consider college, you want a simple, easy-to-understand formula designed to ensure that the one-of-a-kind Graceland Experience is within reach for your family.
We offer generous financial aid through a simple scholarship process featuring a single primary institutional scholarship that considers your financial need, academic accomplishments, athletic success, and your involvement in extra-curricular activities such as art, music, theatre, communications, social change, spiritual life and sustainability. Your Graceland scholarship will be tailored to your strengths and interests. Plus, we still offer several competitive full-tuition scholarships.
A Second Major for all – Transformational Leadership
In the fall of 2022, Graceland launched Transformational Leadership, a completely distinct second major for all undergraduate students that is included in the cost of their tuition. This Graceland-exclusive major is awarded in combination with a student’s chosen disciplinary major, incorporating general education, leadership, and strategic skills that transfer to any career path. When students graduate, they are equipped with expertise in a discipline AND in transformational leadership, a unique combination that allows them to thrive throughout their first career, and for the one after that.
Your House – From Day one
At Graceland, inclusivity and belonging aren’t just words, they’re actions. A huge part of our dedication to these values comes from our unique House system. The Graceland House system combines on-campus housing and student government to create an instant community for all our first-year students — and that community continues through graduation and beyond. Although each house is unique, they all focus on the same things: coming together, having fun, and making your voice heard in your campus community.