Mars Hill Graduate School was established in 1997 under the auspices of Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon.  In 2000, a Board of Directors of Mars Hill Graduate School was established, and independence from Western Seminary was granted.  MHGS is nationally accredited with Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) as approved by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. MHGS has degree authorization by the State of Washington, and Title IV authorization by the Federal Department of Education for federal student financial assistance.  In 2006, Mars Hill Graduate School was granted associate membership in the Association of Theological Schools.

MHGS offers three degree programs: Master of Arts in Christian Studies, Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and Master of Divinity.
 
MHGS is an institution dedicated to maintaining consistent quality through experienced faculty, curriculum diversity, and development of spiritual and emotional life.