The King's University

About

TKU is a fully accredited, Spirit-filled, evangelical university based in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Visit our website for more information.

Story

We offer a unique learning environment that blends accredited higher education with the healthy, Spirit-empowered, life-giving ministries of Gateway Church. This dynamic model of classroom learning paired with practical application fully prepares students to serve in the local church, the marketplace and around the world.

Mission

Our mission is to raise up a new generation of Spirit-filled, transformational leaders, for life-impacting ministry. The King's University at Gateway focuses on developing individuals who are called to vocational ministry and to equip them with solid biblical convictions, theological foundations, Gateway Church DNA and other vital leadership training for anointed impact in ministry. To fulfill our mission, The King's University is committed to:

Provide instruction, nurture and enrichment for personal and professional development within a Spirit-filled environment;

Instill in the student recognition of the authority of Scripture in all areas of life and provide a solid knowledge of the Bible;

Encourage development of a biblical and balanced Christian theology;

Increase awareness and appreciation of the heritage of the Christian community and the Spirit-filled community of faith in particular;

Equip students with the basic skills for ministry and effective leadership;

Cultivate within students a spirit of thoughtful inquiry and reflective discernment in the quest for knowledge and truth;

Enhance spiritual development by encouraging students in personal prayer and the spiritual disciplines;

Increase students’ biblical knowledge of moral and ethical standards and cultivate a lifestyle based on Scripture;

Prepare students for servanthood in the church and community with sensitivity to the rich ethnic and cultural diversity and varied needs of the world;

Make personal and professional development possible for adult learners through quality educational delivery systems;

Stimulate awareness for the need of continuous lifelong personal and professional development; and

Operate in an efficient and effective manner so as to be a good steward of the resources God has entrusted to it.

A significant design component of the undergraduate degree program for full-time students includes participation in a thorough ministry training program within the ministries of Gateway Church. This practical weekly involvement will allow students to experience firsthand the DNA of Gateway and expose them to the diverse ministry challenges found in a dynamic, healthy, growing church.