History
Agora University was co-founded in 2012 by Dr. Emmanuel Gergis and Rev. Fr. Michael Sorial as a venue for engaging the Oriental Orthodox Christian tradition and the Humanities. Its name recalls the Agora of Alexandria, near the ancient Library, a historic place of learning, dialogue, philosophy, and public thought.
Education
Agora University focuses on online education in business, theology, humanities, and interdisciplinary studies. Its programs combine rigorous academic inquiry, practical problem-solving, leadership development, and open dialogue. The university serves students seeking intellectually grounded education shaped by Orthodox Christian heritage, professional relevance, and service to communities.
Research
Agora University’s research focus centers on theology, Orthodox Christian thought, humanities, business, leadership, education, and interdisciplinary inquiry. Through faculty scholarship, academic programs, and student research, Agora encourages rigorous investigation, critical reflection, and applied problem-solving. Research activity is especially connected to theology, historical and cultural studies, ethics, leadership, and community impact.
Career
Graduates of Agora University may pursue advancement in leadership, business, education, ministry, nonprofit work, research, community service, public administration, and related professional fields. Career paths depend on the program completed, but Agora’s programs are designed to strengthen analytical thinking, communication, ethical judgment, leadership, and practical problem-solving for service in professional and community contexts.
Agora University Key Statistics & Highlights
- 4 Courses
- 29 Academic Staff
- 200 Students
- 54 Students (female)
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Student services
Agora University supports students remotely through its Learning Management System, Populi, email, and online communication channels. Students may contact the appropriate office for admissions, registrar, academic, administrative, or technical support. Faculty and support staff are available during published office hours, and students can update their contact information through Populi.
Housing services
Agora University is a fully online institution and does not own or operate student accommodation facilities. Students study remotely from their own location and are not required to relocate or attend a residential campus.
Library services
Virtual Librarian Agora University has an online Virtual Librarian available to students
All students will have access to Electronic Databases including ATLA Religion and Periodicals, ProQuest, Cengage and other digital resources.
ICT services
Agora University delivers its programs online. Students use their own computer and internet connection to access courses, digital resources, and communication tools. Technical support is available remotely to assist students with platform access and related online learning needs.
Accreditation
Agora University is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), a recognized accrediting agency in the United States. DEAC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Agora University is also certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV).
Agora University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Burke City
Agora University Student Reviews & Awards
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All right after I graduated from high school I started to as an assistant teacher in elementary or lower class and then next 2 years I become full teacher and I was teaching Geography and history upto the high school Also I was working with local NGOs for 3 years Finally I work as seller and marketing Department for a company
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