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Concordia University of Chicago

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
Concordia University Chicago is a Lutheran university—a place where the Gospel lives and forms our students, a place where students engage important questions and Truth, and a place where students discover their vocations.

Concordia University of Chicago Key Statistics & Highlights

  • 38 Courses
  • 6,084 Students
  • 3,285 Students (female)
  • Public Institution Type

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History

Founded in 1864 as Addison Lutheran Teachers Seminary, today CUC is a comprehensive university with more than 6,000 full-time students enrolled in baccalaureate, master's and doctoral study. Affiliated with the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS), the University is one of eight colleges and universities that are part of a nationwide Concordia University System.

Education

For more than 150 years, Concordia-Chicago has equipped students to serve and lead with integrity and compassion.

Housing services

Concordia University Chicago's Residence Life Department seeks to provide a structured experience for all students living on campus. Our focused programming structure encourages success on our campus and to provide a smooth transition to college life and life beyond college. 

Library services

The Klinck Memorial Library provides resources to support the University curriculum.

Campus life

No matter your path, everything you’ll need to succeed is right outside your door.

Our Chicago-adjacent location is abundant with student activities, athletics and events that call to the Concordia-Chicago spirit.

Sports facilities

  • Concordia Stadium (Football, Soccer, Track & Field)
  • CUC Baseball Field
  • CUC Softball Field
  • CUC Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Geiseman Gymnasium (Basketball, Volleyball)
  • Training Room (CATS)

Student clubs

Explore your talents and interests while building new skills and relationships that will serve you in your quest for a meaningful vocation.

Check out the student events section in the university calendar to find out what’s happening on campus.

Accreditation

Concordia University Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to award baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. All Concordia University Chicago degree programs are approved by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

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Kimani's Review

If given a chance I'll be really grateful for studying in one of the best universities in the world

Posted by Dorris Kimani
Studied from Apr 2023 - Apr 2025
Posted on Feb 2024
5/5

A force to be reckoned with.

It has been a wonderful experience so far, I learn new things from my lecturers everyday and I have been able to overcome every challenges that came my way during my cause of study.

Posted by Suliat Oladiti
Studied from Sep 2018 - Nov 2023
Posted on Jul 2023
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