Admission & Financial Aid

The CUC Experience

Join a community where you'll be inspired, challenged and appreciated for your contributions on and off campus. Concordia University Chicago understands that you want your college experience to prepare you for a career and for life.

Rooted in the Concordia-Chicago experience is student engagement, faculty who care about your success and outcomes that will take you where you plan to go. 

 As a student, you will experience: 

  • Professors who are passionate about their teaching and student success
  • Programs are offered in relevant fields to meet emerging needs of society
  • Students who are individually challenged
  • Real-world experiences and meaningful internships are plentiful for undergraduates and graduate students
  • Christian values are put into practice
  • Students of various faiths are welcomed to a caring, Christian educational environment

 


  • Living on Campus

    Living on Campus connects you to new friends and experiences.

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  • Safety

    Concordia University Chicago continuously strives for a safe and secure campus. It is our top priority to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, faculty and staff.

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  • Activities and Athletics

    Concordia University Chicago offers many opportunities to be involved in student organizations, intramural events, service projects and the nearby community. Whatever your skill or hobby, you’re likely to find a club or team to suit it.

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  • About Chicago

    Concordia University Chicago’s 40-acre suburban campus in River Forest is like a small town with a big backyard; downtown Chicago is only 10 miles away and easily accessible.

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  • When You Arrive

    Your arrival in Chicago and your introduction to the campus community will be handled with a high degree of personal attention.

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  • International Student Advising

    The Office of International Student Advising is here to help all international students through their college career in the U.S. The office assists with individual immigration advising.

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