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Concordia University-St. Paul

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Located in St. Paul, Minnesota, Concordia University, St. Paul is a Christ-centered liberal arts university that offers programs designed to teach the real-world skills employers are looking for. Founded in 1893 and affiliated with The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, Concordia St. Paul welcomes everyone while staying rooted in its Christian mission. Here, you’ll be encouraged to discover your purpose—in your career, your life and your service to others. As part of the national Concordia University System, CSP continues to grow and evolve to meet the needs of today’s students, while staying true to its Gospel-centered values and historic mission.

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  • Saint Paul

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Most of my professors were public school teachers themselves. They would open up about their own experiences, ideas, lesson plans and issues. It made what we were learning about applicable in the ‘here and now.’

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Programs

Bachelor’s & certification

Teacher Education: Initial Licensure (On-campus)

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  • 48 months

    Program Duration

  • In-person

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program Info

Becoming a teacher is more than a career. At Concordia St. Paul, education majors learn how to help their future students build healthy learning habits, manage classroom environments, and get ready for the future of education. As a teacher, you’ll have the chance to support students during some of their most important years.

This fully accredited program equips you with the skills and insight to become an effective educator. You’ll earn a bachelor’s degree and meet the requirements for an initial Minnesota teaching license. Once you finish the program and complete state licensure, you’ll be ready to step into the classroom and positively impact young people as a new teacher in your field. 

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

  • $26,400

    In State Tuition

  • $26,400

    Out of State Tuition

  • $0

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Concordia University-St. Paul have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Concordia University-St. Paul to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

Varies

Church Work Tuition Guarantee

If you’re enrolled in a church work program like Lutheran Classroom Teacher, Concordia St. Paul guarantees your tuition won’t be more than $6,000 per year through the church work tuition guarantee.

$1,000- $11,000

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

If you’re eligible, you’ll automatically receive one of these academic scholarships when you’re admitted:

  • Regents Scholarship (GPA 3.9–4.0): $11,000 per year
  • President’s Scholarship (GPA 3.5–3.89): $9,000 per year
  • University Scholarship (GPA 3.0–3.49): $7,000 per year
  • Concordia Scholarship (GPA 2.5–2.99): $3,000 per year
  • Recognition Award (GPA 2.0–2.49): $1,000 per year

Note: These amounts are for the 2024-2025 school year and apply to new students starting in Fall 2024 or Spring 2025.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Communication Arts and Literature (Grades 5-12)
Early Childhood (Birth-Grade 3)
Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
Health Education (grades 5-12)
Mathematics (grades 5-12)
Music: Instrumental and Classroom Music (grades k-12)
Music: Vocal and Classroom Music (grades k-12)
Physical Education (grades K-12)
Science: Chemistry (grades 9-12)
Science: Life Sciences (grades 9-12)
Social Studies (grades 5-12)
Visual Arts (grades K-12)

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