About The University

For 150 years, Alderson Broaddus University, as an independent institution of higher learning, has been providing a quality education for its students. Overlooking the picturesque Tygart River Valley in Philippi, West Virginia, Alderson Broaddus University students learn and grow in a faith-based community affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA and the West Virginia Baptist Convention.

The University currently offers 31 Bachelor’s Degree Programs, 4 Master’s Degree Programs and 5 Associate Degree Programs. Alderson Broaddus University’s Small class sizes and caring faculty create a community that provides genuine support and lifelong learning opportunities.

Mission Statement

The mission of Alderson Broaddus University is to provide our students with the highest quality education, striving to prepare students to succeed in their chosen disciplines and to fulfill their roles in a diverse society as well-rounded and responsible citizens.

Vision Statement

• Prepare graduates for success and service to humanity;
• Educate students in the tenets of civic engagement, communication, critical thinking, diversity, and ethics to provide the foundation of a liberal arts education;
• Be renowned as a leader in health-related and professional higher education;