Transforming Lives
| About DBU |
Founded in 1898, DBU has one mission—to transform the lives of students who will transform the world, all for the glory of God.
We offer a variety of educational opportunities for individuals of all ages and academic backgrounds—including degree programs at the undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels, as well as continuing education and certificate programs.
Through it all, we seek to integrate faith and learning and develop individuals whose desire is to serve the world.
We invite you to discover DBU and join us in our one mission.
- President’s Welcome
- History of DBU
- Mission and Vision of DBU
- Integrated Faith & Learning
- Community
- Core Values
- Accreditation
- Quick Facts
- The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex
- Theme Verse—Jeremiah 29:11-13
- Directions to Campus
- Corporate Partnerships
"In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps." - Proverbs 16:9
President's Welcome
"Dallas Baptist University is a nationally ranked, comprehensive, global Christ-centered university, with a mission to produce servant leaders through the integration of faith and learning. We are thrilled to be an educational enterprise home to more than 4,300 students, representing more than 60 countries around the world.
We believe our world is in desperate need of thoughtful Christian leaders with the ability to creatively solve complex problems while uniquely engaging culture through biblical truth. Our graduates are serving in nearly every vocational context. Whether it be as Christian doctors, lawyers, educators, scientists, politicians, or numerous other fields, we understand that our students are diverse in their callings, yet united in purpose.
Please take the opportunity to get to know us through this website or an on-campus visit. You will discover a community of servant leaders whose heart is to teach and care for others while also producing research in a myriad of academic disciplines. We embrace the premise that all truth is God's truth, and together, we seek knowledge for the sake of making a bold impact in the world as transformers of culture.
Join us as we serve the world for the glory of God!"
Dr. Adam C. Wright
DBU President
History of DBU
DBU's forerunner, Decatur Baptist College, was founded in 1898 as the first junior college in Texas. For years, the school called the small town of Decatur home, producing outstanding young men and women who filled churches, classrooms, hospitals, and businesses around the nation.
In 1965, the school relocated to the scenic foothills of southwest Dallas, becoming a four-year institution and eventually being renamed Dallas Baptist University when it began offering graduate-level degrees.
Today, DBU has a variety of degrees on the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels. Well into our second century, DBU continues to press forward in our mission to produce servant leaders who will transform the world.
Mission Statement
The mission of Dallas Baptist University is to provide Christ-centered quality higher education in the arts, sciences, and professional studies at both the undergraduate and graduate levels to traditional age and adult students in order to produce servant leaders who have the ability to integrate faith and learning through their respective callings.
Commentary on the Mission Statement of DBU (2002, April) by the late Dr. David Naugle, noted author, lecturer, and former chair and professor of philosophy at DBU.
Vision Statement
Building a great Christian university that is pleasing to God by producing Christ-centered servant leaders who are transforming the world.
Core Values
DBU's five core values are the foundation for living out the mission and vision of a Christian university.
Christ-Centered
We believe all truth is God's truth and an informed mind can only be fully developed in light of the Gospel.
Genuine Community
We believe God designed us for community, so DBU fosters a unique community where we support and challenge one another academically, spiritually, and relationally.
Marked by Service
We believe God calls us to serve Him and one another. Therefore, DBU strives to develop leaders with a heart for service.
Transformative Education
We believe a Christ-centered education should be transformative. Through the integration of faith and learning, DBU provides an education that transforms both the mind and spirit.
Global Impact
We believe God has called us to have a heart for the world, which is shown not only in our love for international students but also in our focus on serving and transforming the world, all for the glory of God.
Accreditation
Dallas Baptist University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. Dallas Baptist University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Dallas Baptist University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
Quick Facts
Undergraduate Programs
Master's Programs
Doctoral Programs
Average Class Size
Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex
Get in touch with us
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
214-333-5360
Dallas/Fort Worth
DBU is pleased to call North Texas its home. The campus is a short drive from both downtown Dallas and downtown Fort Worth.
DBU's strategic location allows students to enjoy all of the benefits of a bustling urban setting complete with multinational corporations, global ministries, world-renowned artists and cultural centers, and incredible athletic venues all while nestled among the scenic and serene rolling foothills of southwest Dallas.
