From Aotearoa
to the world
Discover where our graduates have ended up
Step into a world of cultural exchange
At Eastwest College, our passion is in equipping you for cross-cultural ministry.
College Celebrates
30 Years
From Aotearoa to the World
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30 years
We have clearly seen God's provision throughout our story, from small beginnings to now
500+ grads
Hundreds of students have benefitted from a year or two devoted to cross-cultural ministry training
60+ countries
Our graduates have served
in over 60 countries
around the globe
College snippets:
July 2026 Graduation!At the completion of Semester A in July, we had the joy of celebrating a special graduation. We honoured 13 dedicated students who had committed themselves wholeheartedly to their studies. (Six completed level five and seven level six). They now step into the next chapter of God’s calling on their lives, and we are excited to see all that will unfold but we must be honest that there is a sadness lingering as we farewelled people that have been family!
Growing in CommunityAt Eastwest, learning goes far beyond the classroom; it happens in the everyday moments we share together. Every gathering becomes a chance to celebrate our diversity and strengthen our community. A highlight in Semester A was our International Game Night, where students shared traditional food dishes and taught games from their home countries. With so many cultures represented on campus, the night was not only fun but also a great intercultural learning experience.
Farewells:We recently farewelled several volunteers. Gratitude was expressed to Campbell Lockley who served as a teaching fellow; Jonas Rebafka a volunteer from Germany who worked hard work around campus; and Gordon and Jen Meehan who have long led the Cambodian migrant ministry, a partnership that has been especially meaningful to Eastwest College.
Prepare to make a difference across cultures
At Eastwest College, you'll gain both academic knowledge and practical experience. Our mission chapel features insights from seasoned cross-cultural workers, and we teach essential cross-cultural communication skills.
Partnerships
Meet some of our friends...
WEC InternationalTaking the good news to the peoples and nations who have yet to hear it
Africa Inland MissionTo see Christ-centred churches established and thriving among all of Africa's peoples
Pacific2NationsA movement of Pacific people, rising up and launching into the nations
FAQs
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Why do our students choose to study at Eastwest College?
The purpose of the college is to train our students for cross-cultural Christian service overseas. Many of these placements will demand a proficiency in English and necessitate a familiarity with other cultures. The course is delivered in English and through living, studying and working in teams as a multinational community.
We are a fully residential college for overseas students, which is part of our philosophy and training, enabling us to give students a full cross-cultural experience along with the opportunity to study in preparation for their service overseas.
Why are Eastwest College’s fees low?
All staff at the college are volunteers, both teaching and non-teaching staff, all living ‘by faith’, trusting in God for their own financial support. The college pays no salaries whatsoever. Most are supported financially by churches, friends and supportive trusts.
This non-payment of salaries is a deliberate policy to keep the student fees low to reduce the cost of training. It also enables the college staff to practice the ‘living by faith’ life in front of our students, many of whom will be unsalaried in the future and who will be in no position to repay any student debts.
Fees are made up of tuition fees plus accommodation fees. Domestic students receive a small government subsidy so their fees are lower than those of overseas students.
The college campus has been purpose-built and mostly paid for through the donations of friends and supporters of the college who believe in world mission.