Concordia College

Built on a strong foundation in the liberal arts, Concordia College challenges students to think critically, discover their passions and engage responsibly in the world.

Academics at Concordia are rooted in a global liberal arts curriculum that fosters creative thinking and developing a broad perspective. Classes are small — giving students the opportunity to work closely with highly accomplished faculty scholars dedicated to teaching and mentoring.

Students at Concordia choose from more than 50 majors and 12 preprofessional programs featuring a strong emphasis on experiential learning that includes internships, research and global experiences.

College is about working toward your degree – but at Concordia, the experience doesn’t stop when you leave the classroom.Take advantage of our world-caliber music program, champion sports teams, residence life, worship opportunities, more than 100 student clubs and more.

Concordia is a nationally recognized leader among undergraduate institutions for the number of students who study abroad.On campus, we offer six languages, two world-focused majors, and plentiful opportunities to make a global difference through volunteer work. Our students come from 31 countries and speak dozens of languages.
In the classroom and beyond, Concordia encourages students to examine ethics and values as they prepare to become responsibly engaged in the world.

Concordia’s mission statement calls for the college to “influence the affairs of the world by sending into society thoughtful and informed men and women dedicated to the Christian life.”That statement is deeply rooted in Concordia’s faith tradition. A college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Concordia invites students from a variety of faith and nonfaith backgrounds to tackle big questions and engage deeply in discussions about faith, meaning and our place in the world.

Concordia’s 2,000+ students engage actively in life beyond the classroom. Our 19 world-class music ensembles regularly tour the nation and the world. Our 22 NCAA Division III teams perennially challenge for conference titles and postseason competition. We also offer a robust theatre program, student government and more than 100 student organizations.

Our green, park-like campus is located in the heart of the Fargo-Moorhead area, a community on the move with nearly 30,000 college students, great restaurants, and a thriving arts and entertainment scene. Cited as one of the best places in the country to do business or advance a career by Money magazine, Fargo-Moorhead offers unlimited opportunities for internships and career advancement.

Our students benefit from a wealth of hands-on, applied learning experiences that give them decided advantages after leaving Concordia. And they graduate in four years or less — guaranteed.We’re proud of the fact that 93 percent of Concordia graduates are employed or in graduate school within nine months of graduation. Our exceptional track record for placing students into prestigious graduate programs includes an 88 percent acceptance rate into medical school.

We are a private, coed, four-year liberal arts college. We're a community of more than 2,000 students who come from 35 states and 31 countries and represent 41 religions and thought traditions. We employ 166 full-time faculty, including award-winning composers and writers and national experts in a wide range of fields.

Our hometown – Fargo-Moorhead – is a growing community with nearly 30,000 college students, a hopping arts and entertainment scene, and a dizzying array of internship and employment opportunities.

Concordia offers more than 50 majors, including 15 honors programs, as well as 12 preprofessional programs in medicine, law, engineering, dentistry and more. Hundreds of internships and cooperative education opportunities in town and around the world provide plenty of firsthand professional experience.Our globalized curriculum combines significant study away opportunities and instruction in six world languages. We are a nationally recognized leader among undergraduate institutions for the number of students who gain global experience abroad.

More than 100 student organizations – newspapers and literary magazines, volunteer groups, religious organizations and more – make it easy to get involved and stay active. More than a third of our student body participates in one (or more) of our 19+ music ensembles, and nearly a quarter of our students participate in competitive athletics.

We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds who seek to understand what it means to live in a global society and are passionate about making a difference in their communities.

College is an investment. How much you spend depends on your personal finances, but you can be sure the value of a Concordia education is second to none. Scholarships, grants, work-study and loans combine to make an education possible, so let us work with you to finance your future.

Academics here are challenging. Our global liberal arts curriculum is thoughtfully designed to develop your critical and creative thinking skills while providing you with a broad perspective on the world and its people. No matter what you choose to study, you’ll take part in internships, research and global experiences that will open your mind as you prepare to lead a world of change.

You'll work closely with accomplished teaching scholars and mentors who are personally invested in helping you succeed. Every course counts as you engage in spirited discussions on issues that matter – such as sustainability and how communities find healing after genocide. You will build the character and competence you need to succeed in any circumstance.