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).