Our History
Concordia University, St. Paul was founded in 1893 as a Christian liberal arts university dedicated to providing students with an exceptional education to prepare them for successful careers and meaningful lives. We have remained focused on that mission for over 100 years. Concordia University, St. Paul is a school that stands out for its character, values, and academic strength.
Concordia University continues to grow to meet the needs of students, the church, and the community, while at the same time holding steadfast its historical values and mission.
Our Mission
The mission of Concordia University, St. Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church — Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, for enlightened care of God’s creation, all within the context of the Christian Gospel.
Our Values
Concordia’s online programs are based on many values.
Career-Focused Degrees
Receive the benefits of a liberal arts education while immersed in an online program designed to give students marketable job skills and knowledge.
Established Reputation
With over 125 years of higher education experience, Concordia University, St. Paul is recognized for our diverse community and learning experiences.
Dynamic Learning Community
Members of our diverse student body – on campus and online – come from a broad spectrum of backgrounds, faiths, cultural heritages, and age groups, but all students play an integral part in the Concordia University, St. Paul community.
Relevant Learning
Concordia’s experiential learning environment allows students to apply academic concepts to real-world settings, which helps students develop practical knowledge and abilities.
Our Values
Concordia’s online programs are based on many values.
Career-Focused Degrees
Receive the benefits of a liberal arts education while immersed in an online program designed to give students marketable job skills and knowledge.
Established Reputation
With over 125 years of higher education experience, Concordia University, St. Paul is recognized for our diverse community and learning experiences.
Dynamic Learning Community
Members of our diverse student body – on campus and online – come from a broad spectrum of backgrounds, faiths, cultural heritages, and age groups, but all students play an integral part in the Concordia University, St. Paul community.
Relevant Learning
Concordia’s experiential learning environment allows students to apply academic concepts to real-world settings, which helps students develop practical knowledge and abilities.
