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Concordia University, St. Paul

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Overview

Founded in 1893, the Concordia University, St. Paul is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Saint Paul (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Minnesota. This institution also has a branch campus in Portland. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Concordia University, St. Paul (CSP) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Lutheran religion. Concordia University, St. Paul (CSP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 131-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CSP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Concordia University, St. Paul's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Concordia University, St. Paul's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Concordia University, St. Paul' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Concordia University, St. Paul's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym CSP
Founded 1893
Motto In litteris proficere volo, malo diligere Jesum
Will Prosper in Academics and Be Diligent in Christ
Colours navy blue and gold
Mascot Comet the Bear
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University Location

Address 1282 Concordia Avenue
Saint Paul
55104 Minnesota
United States
Concordia University, St. Paul's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Concordia University, St. Paul Phone Number +1 (651) 641 8278
Concordia University, St. Paul Fax Number +1 (651) 603 6320
Other locations Portland

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Concordia University, St. Paul's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Concordia University, St. Paul's academic range and degree level offering.



Concordia University, St. Paul: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Concordia University, St. Paul's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Concordia University, St. Paul's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Concordia University, St. Paul.

Concordia University, St. Paul: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)		 7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)		 7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Concordia University, St. Paul's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Concordia University, St. Paul's admission information.

Concordia University, St. Paul's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Concordia University, St. Paul's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Concordia University, St. Paul a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Concordia University, St. Paul's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is neither required nor recommended
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Concordia University, St. Paul's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Concordia University, St. Paul's Admission Office Admission Office

1282 Concordia Avenue
St. Paul 55104-5494
(651) 641 8230
800 333 4705

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Concordia University, St. Paul.

Concordia University, St. Paul's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Concordia University, St. Paul has an enrollment range of 5,000-5,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Concordia University, St. Paul's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


Concordia University, St. Paul's Control Type Control Type

Concordia University, St. Paul is a private higher education institution.


Concordia University, St. Paul's Entity Type Entity Type

Concordia University, St. Paul is a non-profit higher education institution.


Concordia University, St. Paul's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Concordia University, St. Paul's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Concordia University, St. Paul's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Concordia University, St. Paul is Christian-Lutheran Religious Affiliation

Concordia University, St. Paul has a Christian-Lutheran affiliation (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod - www.lcms.org).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Concordia University, St. Paul's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time , selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Single program-Education

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Concordia University, St. Paul's main facilities:


Concordia University, St. Paul's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Concordia University, St. Paul's Library

Concordia University-Saint Paul's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 66,173 physical volumes, 1,061 physical media, 226,324 digital/electronic media and 218 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 23 full-time employees, including 8 librarians. Concordia University-Saint Paul's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Concordia University, St. Paul's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

Concordia University, St. Paul provides on-campus housing for approximately 500 students. For first year students, there are men-only and women-only residence halls. Transfers and Upper classmen can live in Holst Hall, a co-ed apartment-style residence hall featuring a mix of studio, two- and four- bedroom fully furnished apartments with kitchens and private bathrooms.
More info at https://www.csp.edu/student-life/residence-life/

Concordia University, St. Paul's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

Concordia University, St. Paul offers a range of sport activities and facilities. It is an NCAA Division II school, providing intercollegiate athletics in various sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Cross-country
  • Indoor track and field
  • Golf (for men)

Concordia's women's teams compete in:

  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Cross-country
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Golf
  • Swimming and diving
  • Indoor track and field
  • Outdoor track and field

The university's athletic facilities include:

  • The Gangelhoff Center, which features a four-court indoor arena for volleyball, basketball, and indoor track.
  • Sea Foam Stadium, used for football, lacrosse, soccer, and outdoor track.
  • On-site baseball and softball fields.
  • The Athletics Performance Center, equipped with a weight room, training space, and batting cages.

For more information, please visit https://cspbears.com/.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Concordia University, St. Paul's main services:


Concordia University, St. Paul's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Concordia University, St. Paul provides a range of financial aid options to its students:

  • Merit-based Aid
  • Talent Scholarships in the Arts
  • Institutional Grants for Legacy Students
  • Institutional Grants for Military Students
  • Institutional Grants for LCMS Students
  • Institutional Grants Based on Financial Need
  • Federal Grants for Undergraduates Based on Financial Need
  • State Grants for Undergraduates Based on Financial Need
  • Federal Loans for Undergraduate and Graduate Students

For detailed information about tuition and financial aid, you can visit the official website of Concordia University, St. Paul: https://www.csp.edu/tuition-and-financial-aid/

Concordia University, St. Paul's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Concordia University, St. Paul provides a range of distinctive study abroad programs through its Center for Student Engagement. These programs encourage students to step beyond their comfort zones, fostering connections with diverse cultures and expanding their global perspectives. The offerings include:

  • Semester or academic year study abroad programs
  • Faculty-led travel seminars
  • International internships
  • Service trips

In recent years, students have had the opportunity to explore countries such as Italy, Costa Rica, Great Britain, South Korea, Ecuador, Guatemala, and Spain. For more detailed information, visit https://www.csp.edu/student-life/study-abroad/.

Concordia University, St. Paul's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

Concordia University, St. Paul provides a comprehensive selection of online programs spanning bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. These programs encompass various fields:

  • For undergraduate students, there are online degree options in business, accounting, exercise science, public health, sport management, human resource management, computer science, and criminal justice.
  • Master's level students have the opportunity to complete their entire program online, with offerings in education, information systems, business, sport management, public health, and creative writing.
  • Furthermore, the university offers online doctoral programs in education and kinesiology.

For additional details, interested individuals can visit the following URL: https://online.csp.edu/programs/


Concordia University, St. Paul's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Concordia University, St. Paul's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Concordia University, St. Paul's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Concordia University, St. Paul's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Concordia University, St. Paul is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1959


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Concordia University, St. Paul's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Concordia University, St. Paul as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Concordia University, St. Paul's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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