After years of faithful investment, prayerful consideration, and careful review of enrollment, financial, and operational realities,Ìýand changes in higher education,Ìýthe º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Board of Trustees has made the difficult decision toÌýconcludeÌýbrick-and-mortar operations at theÌýVA/EastÌýBranchÌýCampus and transition to new models.Ìý
This decision comes with a heavy heart and deep gratitude for the students, faculty, staff, alumni, churches, pastors, families, and partners who have contributed to the Campus story over the last seven years, building upon the history of Mt. Vernon Bible College, Life East and Ignite Academy. Their commitment has made a lasting impact, and LPU honors the lives and leaders shaped through this work.Ìý
LPU education in the east is not over.ÌýAs higher education continues to change, LPU is adapting its models to serve students and churches in sustainable and mission-aligned ways. The universityÌýremainsÌýcommitted to leadership development in the East through online undergraduate programs, graduate education, certificate pathways, micro-sites, and church-based partnerships.Ìý
LPU’s immediate priority is to care well for affected students, employees, and families through clear communication, academic advising, and transition support.Ìý
A teach out plan has been made available for eachÌýstudentÌýand the registrar’s office will work a personalized plan for students.Ìý
º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ÌýremainsÌýcommitted to its mission of the transformational development of students into leaders prepared to serve God in the church, the workplace, and the world.Ìý
We are deeply thankful for every staff and faculty member, leader, pastor, the Foursquare Church, donors, students, families, and graduates whoÌýhaveÌýcarried this vibrant mission with faithfulness.ÌýThe mission continues,ÌýEast, West, online, and around the world,Ìýfor generations to come.Ìý
LPU East Campus Transition FAQ
ForÌýadditionalÌýquestions, please contactÌýlifeeastquestions@lifepacific.eduÌý
