Truett McConnell University (TMU) is a private Christian liberal arts and sciences university that equips students to fulfill the Great Commission by fostering a Christian worldview through a Biblically-centered education in a family friendly environment.

To review our identity, mission and core values, visit About TMU.

The following points may be used when referring to TMU:

  • Our slogan is “From the very first verse to the very last tribe.”
  • Truett McConnell was chartered on July 23, 1946 to train up a generation of ministers to pastor churches and students who would love Christ.  This same vision stays intact and only grows and expands.
  • Scripture is the foundation for everything we do and of all that we are.
  • Students get a biblical education, inside and outside the classroom.
  • All undergraduates are required to take the Great Commission minor.
  • We’re training students to love the Lord, love the Word, love the Church and love the lost.
  • We’re preparing students not only for a career or to receive a paycheck, but to fulfill God’s high calling on their lives.
  • We’re located in the beautiful Northeast Georgia Mountains in Cleveland, Georgia.
  • All full time faculty have signed the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
  • We offer a wide array of bachelor’s programs of study including Biology, Business Administration, Christian Studies, Criminal Justice, Education, English, Exercise Science, History, Humanities, Music, Nursing, Psychology and World Missions.
  • Master’s degree offerings at TMU include a Master of Arts in Theology, Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Global Studies, Master of Arts in Counseling, Master of Arts in Global Mental Health, Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Education.
  • We offer online undergraduate degree programs including a BS. in Business Administration, B.S. in Criminal Justice, B.A. in Christian Studies, and B.S. in Psychology.
  • Online graduate degree offerings include M.A. in Theology, Master of Business Administration, Master of Divinity, and Master of Education (hybrid including a minimum of one class meeting per semester).
  • Residential students live and learn in a community of faith with personal attention from TMU faculty.