Manchester University

Manchester University is a private liberal arts university affiliated with the Church of the Brethren, known for its strong academic standards, ethical focus, and commitment to educating the whole person. Located in North Manchester, Indiana, with a graduate and professional campus in Fort Wayne, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare students for purposeful professional and civic lives. Manchester’s mission emphasizes service, integrity, and leadership, integrating liberal arts education with practical application.

The university is particularly recognized for its programs in health sciences, pharmacy, nutrition, education, and the sciences, along with a broad liberal arts foundation. Manchester’s curriculum is both intellectually rigorous and career-focused, emphasizing experiential learning, community engagement, and preparation for advanced study and licensure. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, the university ensures that its academic programs meet recognized standards for professional certification, graduate education, and workforce readiness.

Through its partnership with the Sara Schenirer Institute, Manchester University offers select graduate degree programs in a structured, values-aligned format designed to accommodate religious and cultural considerations. Students are formally enrolled at Manchester University and earn fully accredited degrees while benefiting from tailored scheduling, specialized academic support, and program structures developed in collaboration with Sara Schenirer. This partnership expands access to advanced professional education while maintaining Manchester’s academic rigor and commitment to ethical, service-oriented leadership.