Expand Opportunities with Four New Programs
Dallas International University is expanding its academic offerings with four new programs that provide additional pathways for students preparing to serve Christ around the world.
Dallas International University is a Christian university preparing global leaders to partner with local communities. Located in southwest Dallas, our campus was established in 1972 and has developed into a three-tier, accredited university. Our faculty have served and worked in more than 60 countries and bring practical insights into the classroom from cultures and languages around the world. We invite you to explore our programs to find the one that’s right for you.
The MA in Arts and Trauma Healing equips students to guide others through culturally relevant artistic modalities for trauma healing. This program provides an ongoing mentored learning experience that emphasizes interpersonal skills and integrates academic learning directly into practical use.
Dallas International University is a Christ-centered, globally-focused university training future leaders to shape our globalized world through private, public, and non-profit organizations. With an emphasis on spiritual formation, relational learning, and academic rigor, DIU prepares students holistically for sustainable and impactful careers in areas related to culture, language, arts, and Christian Scripture.Dallas International University is expanding its academic offerings with four new programs that provide additional pathways for students preparing to serve Christ around the world.
Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion Issue 6.1 has arrived, along with an improved online reading experience.
Truth, goodness, and beauty are not ours to manufacture.
Truth, goodness, and beauty are not ours to manufacture. They are gifts to receive.
DIU is pleased to announce the launch of its new Graduate Certificate in Bible Translation (GCBT), a graduate-level program designed to equip students around the world with practical training in Bible translation, translation advising, linguistics, and Scripture engagement.
Dallas International University is shaped by faculty who are not only experts in their fields but deeply committed to the global mission of the Church. Dr. Joshua Harper embodies that calling in both his teaching and leadership.
Truth, goodness, and beauty are not ours to manufacture.
Truth, goodness, and beauty are not ours to manufacture. They are gifts to receive.
DIU is pleased to announce the launch of its new Graduate Certificate in Bible Translation (GCBT), a graduate-level program designed to equip students around the world with practical training in Bible translation, translation advising, linguistics, and Scripture engagement.
On May 8, 2026, Dallas International University celebrated its 27th Commencement Exercises as graduates, families, faculty, staff, and friends gathered to honor the Class of 2026 and the faithfulness of God throughout their journeys.
Why do children sing and dance? Why do they talk at all? Questions like these have stood at the center of linguistic inquiry for more than a century.
Dallas International University is celebrating an extraordinary response from donors around the world after successfully raising more than $65,000 in just 10 days to launch its Arts & Trauma Healing initiative in Ukraine.

This academic year, Dallas International University has taken several exciting steps toward becoming a global learning hub for Christian higher education. Read about the University’s new international programs and off-campus instructional site, first Associate’s degree, newest academic department, developing global partnerships, and more.