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Faith-based self-paced learning and research university, Elevation Life Transformation (ELTU) is The University of Christ-Centered Coaching, Leadership & Change. We drive new ways of thinking into the church and the world. ELTU is an intimate intellectual destination that draws inspired scholars to our online campuses, keeping ELTU at the nexus of ideas that challenge individuals to become transformed through coaching, leadership, and education that changes the world. Transformation is More than College or Seminary! At ELTU, you are equipped with God’s brilliant ideas, wisdom, love, and sharing what you learn, making the world a better place.

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Become Internationally Published while finishing your Faith-based Leadership Degree.

OUR MISSION

ELTU exists to birth leaders who are motivated, inspired, and empowered through the Word of God to become their best.
By offering educational programs, skills, and competencies that form and enhance callings and careers, ELTU is Delivering Destiny.

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Live. Learn. Love. Your Life in Christ.

Self-paced. Affordable. Finish in a few months or take longer. Your Choice. Your Transformation.

Bachelor of Science Degree

Specializing in Christ-Centered Leadership, Coaching, and Change

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Master of Science Degree

Specializing in Christ-Centered Leadership, Coaching, and Change

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Graduate Degree (Master's Level) in Executive Leadership

Specializing in Pastoral Care and Change

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Doctor of Philosophy Degree (PhD)

Specializing in Human Capital Leadership

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Doctor of Philosophy Degree (PhD)

Specializing in Christ-Centered Leadership, Coaching & Change

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Lead. Manage. Change. Coach. Publish.

Faculty helping you birth your God-given brilliance.

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10 Uniquely Designed Faith-based Programs

5 Powerful Life-Transforming Degrees

100 Self-paced Courses

EXPLORE APPROVED AFFORDABLE ACCELERATED FAITH-BASED DEGREE

PROGRAMS AND COURSES

STUDY ONLINE • AT HOME • OR ABROAD

DOCTORAL DEGREE IN HUMAN CAPITAL LEADERSHIP

DOCTORAL DEGREE IN CHRIST-CENTERED LEADERSHIP

GRADUATE DEGREE IN EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP, PASTORAL CARE, & CHANGE

MASTER’S DEGREE IN CHRIST-CENTERED LEADERSHIP, COACHING, & CHANGE

BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN CHRIST-CENTERED LEADERSHIP, COACHING, & CHANGE

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When you are called to a profession, it's never about a job. It's about His calling. The choice of ELTU is not only to complete a faith-based degree AND a coach certificate successfully, but to fulfill your purpose which is God's passion.

– Dr. Merle Ray
ELTU Founder & CEO, USA

Meet Dr Merle Ray

My ambition was not only to complete my PhD successfully but to make the best of my time spent in research and studying. ELTU came shining through!

– Dr. Sharon Parker
Licensed Substance Abuse Disorder Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist, Chicago, IL (USA)

Why Choose ELTU?

Why Choose Elevation Life Transformation University?

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A different approach to higher education.

We focus on personal, professional, and spiritual transformation where careers become callings and callings transform into high-demand careers.

Founded on faith and corporate experience.

Dr. Merle Ray is an author, leadership consultant, professional coach, branding expert, and former human capital chief executive. She has written more than 7 personal best sellers, published over 70 books for other leaders, and created breakthroughs to brilliance for dozens of corporate sector business leaders, church pastors, as well as Fortune 500 businesses. Her top-selling strategies have included eye-catching powerhouse brands: “Birth Your Brilliance,” “Real Womanhood.com,” and “Pregnant on Purpose.com: Birthing Your Dreams and Visions.”

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