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.
This innovative graduate program equips students to address trauma through culturally responsive, trauma-informed practices that integrate the creative arts, mental health principles, and faith-based engagement.
As we celebrate Christ’s manifestation to us during the season of Epiphany, let us set our hearts on imitating Christ—living out his love and works among those around us.
Alumnus Andrew Olson founded an organization called They Need the Bible to open doors for translation among the remotest peoples on the planet.
There is satisfaction in whatever work we find ourselves doing. It is a privilege, and we should relish living life to the fullest—especially in our work.
Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion Issue 6.1 has arrived, along with an improved online reading experience.
Dallas International University partners with Indonesian institutions to offer a Bible Translation degree in the Indonesian language.
The Holy Spirit is with us in all those places. Perhaps our greatest challenge in this earthly life is to live as if we are already in heaven, maintaining that same intimate and close relationship with our heavenly Father.
A BA student shares how he has found his passion for Bible Translation while studying at DIU – and how his work-study job connects to that vision.
Sometimes we forget to consider others in the midst of our own concerns. How do we love others in light of the fact that they have eternity ahead of them?
Dallas International University and Jakarta International University partner for instruction, research, service, and more.
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.