Prospective Students
A place like no other...
Patten University is committed to providing the best academic and spiritual growth experience possible.
Students at Patten University become well-equipped to follow their career and path in life, even in today's increasingly secular world. Our faculty will help you develop creative and critical thinking skills, serious consideration of opposing points-of-view, and an appreciation for a diversity of people and ideas.
Patten University offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in the Arts and Sciences as well as Biblical and Theological Studies.
Come for a visit...
Our urban campus is in the heart of Oakland where students are highly encouraged and daily given the opportunity to get their hands dirty by helping, serving, and caring for the community around us. Our primary concern is compassion for people and the world, and we know that the Bay Area is such a great starting point for people who are starving for that touch. Though the community around us is desperate for care and outreach, we know that building relationships with those around us is step one of reaching out to others.
Our student services provides so many opportunities to get out and see what the Bay Area has to offer and a chance to meet and mingle with other students who area a part of the campus just like you everyday. We have monthly event calendars that include both on and off campus gatherings for every week. From college bowling night and ice skating in San Fran to beach bonfires and movies on the lawn, there’s always an event to attend. For those days when you just need a place to kill time between classes, our campus café and lounge always has great drinks and smooth tunes to meet your midday fix.
Our intimate campus has so much to offer in making those lasting relationships that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. So get up, get out there, and grab hold of something to do! There’s always a spot open for you!
a video describing the importance of Higher Education through a Christian context.
Includes the testimony of a former Patten University student and current professor, Lori Campbell.
