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About UPH

UPH is a place where education meets ambition, fostering a community of bright minds eager to grow, innovate, and lead. Here, students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and character to navigate challenges and shape the future.

Our History

Our History

Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH), established in 1994 in Tangerang, Indonesia, is a private Christian university founded by the Pelita Harapan Education Foundation. It was envisioned by its founders, led by Dr. James T. Riady, to offer high-quality education rooted in Christian values, aiming to develop graduates with strong character and global competence. Over the years, UPH has expanded its academic offerings to include a diverse range of disciplines, fostering innovation and leadership through its modern facilities and international partnerships. Today, UPH is recognized as one of Indonesia’s leading universities, committed to holistic education and societal impact.

Vision & Mission

Vision

To be a Christ-centered university founded upon and promoting true knowledge, faith in Christ and godly character aiming to develop God-fearing, competent, and professional future leaders through excellent, holistic, and transformational education.

Mission

  1. To provide holistic transformational learning rooted in Scripture and a Reformed theological framework.
  2. To contribute to the advancement of knowledge and culture guidance by a biblical Christian worldview.
  3. To participate redemptively in the development of individuals and society for the glory of God.

Goals

  1. Produce graduate as:
    • A scholar exposed to liberal arts education taught from a Biblical Christian worldview;
    • A leader equipped with a vision of transformation;
    • A citizen encouraged to serve God, his country, & his neighbors;
  2. Provides excellence in the academic disciplines and programs of higher education founded upon a Biblical Christian worldview;
  3. Publishes research for the development and advancement of human, knowledge and culture;
  4. Pursues community services for the development of individuals and society according to God’s design.

Statement of Faith

Our mission is to provide holistic, transformative learning that fosters intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and social growth. Rooted in Scripture and guided by a Reformed theological framework, we emphasize God’s sovereignty, the authority of His Word, and faith integration in all aspects of life. We aim to equip students with critical thinking, moral integrity, and a heart for service to excel in their fields and contribute meaningfully to society.

Statement of Faith

Liberal Arts as Our Foundation

Our vision is to deliver Christ-centered education that transforms lives. Through courses in Theology, Philosophy, Language, and Life Skills, students become mature, articulate, and reflective individuals. Here, they gain theological insight, critical thinking skills, linguistic competence, and civic awareness.

Liberal Arts as Our Foundation