CUCelebrates Annual Day of Giving
Together We Rise – Thursday, March 23
Celebrate the Concordia Experience
100% of traditional undergraduate students receive institutional aid
22 alumni recognized by Golden Apple Foundation for outstanding teaching
12 average undergraduate class size
Degrees and Programs
Optimize your experience and prepare for a meaningful career with over 170 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Undergraduate Degrees
Expect individual care and attention as you build the foundation for your career and grow into the person God calls you to be.
Graduate Degrees
Integrate faith, values, academic excellence and professional experiences as you advance your education and your career through our Master's and Doctoral programs.
Online Programs
Balance your desire to pursue meaningful work with the realities of family and life through our flexible, high-quality online programs.
Vocation Meets Virtue
See how real CUC Students are making a difference in the world.
The financial aid I received made it possible for me to transfer here. After graduation, I want to be a teacher and a mentor for young first-generation students.
Francisco Peralta BS ’19, Secondary Education-English
I get inspired by helping people unlock their potential. My professors have empowered me to live my dream. I want to show my gratitude by enabling others to live their dreams as well.
Ahmed Montasser DBA ’20, Strategic Leadership specialization
The courses were flexible, the professors helped us improve and we were allowed to integrate our ideas into classroom work. All of that gave me guidance to pursue the career I wanted.
Maci Killman BS and BA ’19, Journalism and Marketing, News Desk Assignment Editor, KOKH FOX 25 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
I learned so much from the coursework and was able to apply it to a new career path, where I am making a difference at a nonprofit that trains veterans to become software developers.
Alicia Boddy MA ’17, Grant Writing, Management and Evaluation
The environment of homeschoolers is very similar to college. You have to study on your own and take initiative. Having professors who believe in you makes a world of difference.
Benjamin Simmons BA ’23 (anticipated), Director of Christian Education
I passed my National Counselor Exam on the first try and landed a job immediately after graduation. This program prepares professional counselors to be catalysts for change.
Mike Gleason MA ’17, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
New Edition of the Forester Online Now
Read the latest digital edition of the Forester magazine to see where academics and faith come together in a vibrant way.
Explore Our Campus Virtually
Join us virtually for an engaging campus tour.
Concordia University Chicago is here to support you in-person and virtually in your college search.
Our Community
The CUC campus is rich with opportunities for you to get involved with student organizations, athletic teams, service leadership and more
Rooted In Lutheran Heritage
As a Christian university rooted in the Lutheran tradition, CUC cultivates within each of its students the ideals of a Christian life. Within that framework, students seek greater meaning in their spiritual and work lives, discovering ways to serve the greater good and mature in their faith.
Student Life
At CUC, you’ll become part of a close-knit community where you’ll be inspired, challenged and appreciated for your contributions.
Admission & Aid
CUC is one of the most affordable private universities in the Midwest, and we're committed to making college affordable for all.
International Students
Concordia University Chicago welcomes students from around the world who are seeking a Lutheran liberal arts education.
Recent News
University Band to host spring concert March 31
The University Band of Concordia University Chicago will perform its spring concert on Friday, March 31, at 8 p.m. in the University’s Chapel of Our Lord. The concert is free and open to the public.
Concordia-Chicago launches four-year nursing program, opens new simulation lab
CUC will begin offering a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, with all four years taught exclusively on the Concordia-Chicago campus. This includes a new 4,500-square-foot Nursing Simulation Center, built specifically for the program.
Wind Symphony and Kapelle present spring home concerts March 17 & 19
The Wind Symphony will perform their home concert on Friday, March 17 at 8 p.m. The Kapelle will perform their home concert on Sunday, March 19 at 4 p.m. Both concerts are free admission, and will take place in the University’s Chapel of Our Lord.