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Christian College in New JerseyNewark and Paterson, NJ. Accredited. Christ-centered. Built for adult learners.
Pillar College is an institutionally accredited Christian college in New Jersey. From our campuses in Newark and Paterson, we offer Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's degrees, as well as accelerated and nontraditional pathways for adult learners.
Pillar College is an institutionally accredited learning community dedicated to building tomorrow's leaders today.
Pillar College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and is licensed by the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education to offer its degrees.
See accreditation →Pillar is faithful to classical Christianity, grounded on the authority of God's Word, and committed to challenging Christians to serve Christ with passion and purpose.
Our mission and faith →In our LEAD program, classes meet one night a week in a small cohort with no exams, and prior learning can earn up to 30 credits.
Explore LEAD →Choose the path that fits your calling and your schedule. Every program is taught from a Christian worldview.
Earn a B.A. in Psychology & Counseling, Organizational Leadership or Biblical Studies in as little as 4 semesters. Classes meet one night a week.
Learn more →Concentrations in Chaplaincy, Church Leadership, Christian Counseling and Urban Ministry, with a seminary track for graduate ministry preparation.
Learn more →Build a biblical and theological framework for counseling, with concentrations in Marriage and Family Counseling, Crisis Counseling and Life Coaching, plus Mental Health First Aid certification.
Learn more →Strengthen your leadership in corporate, non-profit, government or community organizations. Offered through LEAD, in as little as 4 semesters.
Learn more →A 60-credit, cohort-based master's in counseling from a Christian worldview, with a specialty in marriage, couple and family counseling. Complete in as little as 5 semesters. Pillar is an NBCC participating university.
Learn more →A 48-credit, cohort-based program in organizational leadership and ecclesial ministry. Complete in as little as 3 semesters.
Learn more →Looking for something else? See all undergraduate degrees and graduate degrees.
The Federal Pell Grant and NJ TAG (Tuition Aid Grant) may help eligible New Jersey students with tuition. Start with the FAFSA, then talk with Admissions about next steps. Pillar also offers institutional grants and scholarships.
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60 Park Place, Suite 701
Newark, NJ 07102
Next to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Easily accessible via public transportation.
973-803-5000 · info@pillar.edu
Newark campus details →111 Washington Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
In the heart of downtown Paterson.
973-803-5000 · info@pillar.edu
Paterson campus details →Yes. Pillar College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and is licensed by the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education to offer its degrees. For accreditation documents, contact the Academic Office at 973-803-5000, ext. 1102.
Pillar is faithful to classical Christianity and grounded on the authority of God's Word. It is committed to challenging Christians to serve Christ with passion and purpose, and its Christ-centered education connects faith with leadership and service.
Pillar College has two campuses in New Jersey: Newark at 60 Park Place, Suite 701, Newark, NJ 07102, next to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and Paterson at 111 Washington Street, Paterson, NJ 07505.
Yes. Through the Life Enhancing Accelerated Degree (LEAD) program, adults can earn a B.A. in Psychology & Counseling, Organizational Leadership or Biblical Studies in as little as 4 semesters. Classes meet one night a week in a small cohort, and there are no exams. Students can also earn up to 30 credits for life learning through portfolio and prior learning assessments.
The Federal Pell Grant and the New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (NJ TAG) may help eligible New Jersey students with tuition. Start with the FAFSA, then talk with Admissions about next steps.
Pillar offers a 60-credit Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC), which can be completed in as little as 5 semesters, and a 48-credit Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership (MAML), which can be completed in as little as 3 semesters.
Ready to start? Apply today, or request information and an Admissions Representative will contact you.
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