Cascade College At a Glance...

Cascade College is a four-year, private, coeducational liberal arts college emphasizing spiritual growth and career preparation. Cascade College offers a close academic community within a vibrant metropolitan area. The full-time faculty and the majority of students are members of the churches of Christ. Established in 1993, Cascade College is a branch campus of Oklahoma Christian University.

The approximately 12-acre campus is located within the city limits of Portland, ten minutes from Portland International Airport and within a short walk of the Metropolitan Area Express train system (MAX). The population of the greater Portland area is approximately 1.5 million. Many natural attractions such as the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, Mt. Hood, Multnomah Falls, and the Oregon coast are within a comfortable drive of the campus.

Cascade College has over 300 students from many states and several countries. Cascade students may participate in the Oklahoma Christian University international study programs in Europe and the Pacific Rim.

Degree Programs
Cascade College offers degree programs in biblical studies, business, communication, elementary education, English, interdisciplinary studies, psychology and science.

Academic Year
The year is divided into two full semesters, with two summer intersessions. Courses are credited in semester hours. The semesters are August to December and January to April. Intersession courses are held May through June.

Accreditation
As a branch campus of Oklahoma Christian University, Cascade College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools [NCA, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504 (800-621-7440) www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org]. It is authorized by the State of Oregon to offer and confer the academic degrees described herein. It is approved by the Oregon Teachers Standards and Practices Commission to recommend students for teacher licensure in early childhood and elementary authorization levels.

It is the policy of Cascade College not to discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national and ethnic origin in its educational programs, admissions policies, activities or employment policies as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments. Individuals who wish to inquire about compliance with Title IX and/or to file a grievance should contact Dr. William Goad, President, Cascade College.

Cascade College does not discriminate on the basis of handicap in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff or the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations. The designated coordinator for compliance with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, is Dr. William Goad, President, Cascade College.

Cascade College is an equal opportunity employer.

Cascade College is a nonprofit corporation authorized by the State of Oregon to offer and confer the academic degrees described herein, following a determination that state academic standards will be satisfied under OAR 583-030. Inquiries concerning the standards or school compliance may be directed to the Office of Degree Authorization, 1500 Valley River Drive, Suite 100, Eugene, Oregon 97401.