About Concordia University
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,598 full-time students, 237 part-time students Graduate Enrollment: 348 full-time students, 34 part-time students Faculty: 100 full-time, 221 part-time (as of 9/1/2004; most part-time faculty are in the non-traditional program); 84% of tenure-track faculty members hold the doctorate or highest degree in their field Student/Faculty Ratio: 12:1
Average Class Size: 15
Average Lab Size: 15
Academic Calendar: Semesters, optional summer sessions
Financial Assistance
Percentage of new-entering students receiving financial aid from any source: 96% Financial Aid Applications: To apply for financial aid, families should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Concordia University Financial Aid Application. FAFSA Code: 002347
Financial Aid Deadline: May 1
College Services and Facilities
On-Campus Housing: There are six residence halls with a total of 250 rooms. Fitness/Recreational Facilities: The Ganglehoff Center has a weight room, racquetball courts, basketball/volleyball courts, and a track. The lower level of the student union houses the Bear Den Fitness Center for student use. Technology: Concordia is a “laptop campus”. Every full-time, traditional student receives a leased laptop as part of regular tuition costs (i.e., no fee). The laptops have wireless internet access on campus.
Student Organizations
Campus ministry activities, clubs, Concordia Mission Society, fine and performing arts groups, interest groups, student government, student newspaper
Athletic Programs
Conference Membership: NCAA Division II, Northern Sun Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (NSIC) Men's Varsity: Baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, track and field Women's Varsity: Basketball, cross-country, golf, soccer, softball, track and field, volleyball Intramurals: Badminton, basketball, football, pool, softball, table tennis, tennis, volleyball Club Sports: Men's soccer
First-Year Student Profile
First-Year Students: 52% from the Twin Cities Area, 17% from Greater Minnesota, 31% from other states; 78% of the students live on campus Scholastic Aptitude Test: 11% of first-year students submitted the SAT as part of their applications. American College Test: 91% of first-year students presented the ACT as part of their applications. The middle 50% of enrolled students had ACT composite scores between 18 and 24. High School Rank: 88% of new entering students reported their high school class rank. Of those reporting, 12% were in the top tenth of their class; 32% were in the top quarter of their class; 64% were in the top half of their class.
A Student Centered, Chrisitian Liberal Arts University
Concordia is a Christian liberal arts university, one of 10 owned and operated by The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. Our student-centered focus creates a caring, supportive and energetic environment, making the university a place that stands out for its warmth, character and academic strength. Backgrounds, cultural heritage and age of students may vary widely, yet all have found a welcoming, accepting place to grow academically, spiritually and interpersonally. Our students truly care about one another and often form friendships that last a lifetime. At Concordia, you’ll feel a part of a close-knit, caring community that encourages you to explore your talents and achieve your potential.
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