A Distinctive Model for Spiritual Formation

Daily Chapel with Relevant Biblical Teaching and Authentic Praise

• Cedarville is 1 of only 7 institutions in the CCCU to provide daily chapel.*
• Of those who provide daily chapel, Cedarville has the highest expectations for student attendance.*
• Cedarville students and alumni overwhelmingly affirm that chapel has been a vital part of their spiritual growth and development.

Bible Minor Requirement

• Cedarville is 1 of 5 institutions in the CCCU that require a Bible minor for all graduating students.*
• This academic year, Cedarville created the School of Biblical and Theological Studies, affirming the centrality of the Bible within the University's academic program and mission.
• Cedarville's 25 Bible faculty members touch the lives of each one of our #ShowCUVariable("STUDENT_FTE")# students.

NOTE: Cedarville University is the only CCCU school to both provide daily chapel and require a Bible minor for all students.*

Division of Christian Ministries

• Cedarville is the only institution reported to have a Christian Ministries Division with a vice president who is a member of the executive team.*
• Cedarville's commitment to Christian Ministries is further supported by the 16 full-time staff members dedicated to music and drama traveling teams, missions involvement, discipleship, and community ministries. (The average number of full-time employees focused on campus ministries at other CCCU schools is 4.71.*)

Biblical Approach to Scientific Research and Study

• Cedarville leads the way in promoting a biblical view of stewardship and scientific study.
• Guided by biblical theology, sound reason, and a passion for life, the Center for Bioethics at Cedarville engages the complex bioethical questions of our day.
• Cedarville scientists affirm the Genesis account of creation in all aspects of scientific research and study.

Focus on Discipleship and Missions

• In 2007 more than 85% of students reported that they were involved in a voluntary discipleship or Bible study group.
• 675 Cedarville students participated on 68 community ministry teams that made a difference in local churches, social agencies, schools, and more.
• Missions Involvement Services sent 27 teams to 20 countries last year. Nearly 300 students, faculty, and staff were involved.

* Fall 2007 survey of institutions that are a part of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU); survey conducted by the Cedarville University Advancement Division. The CCCU is an international higher education association of intentionally Christian colleges and universities that has 105 members.