Department of Education

Concordia University, Nebraska’s education program prepares teachers to lead, teach and serve from a foundation of faith that asserts the value of every individual. Education majors will sharpen their God-given gifts as they learn to minister to future students, families, churches and communities.

The Concordia Difference

Student Teaching

Concordia is one of only a handful of universities that provides education majors with two unique student teaching experiences: 8 weeks student teaching in a local school and 8 weeks student teaching in a different town, state or country. This approach provides education majors with diverse experience so you can be a stronger, more confident teacher from day one.

Field Experience

Purposeful field experience and student teaching at Concordia University, Nebraska is designed to align with your coursework, allowing you to complete your required 100 hours of field experience, as you apply what you've learned in a real classroom setting, making your transition into teaching seamless and effective.

Community Learning

Concordia Nebraska offers a community learning experience. Faculty bring their real-world teaching experience and Christian faith into the classroom, providing you with a unique perspective on education. You’ll learn not only from the expertise of your professors, but also from your own real-world experiences and the experiences of your peers.

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“Christ himself gave...teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.”

(Hebrews 4:11-12)

Accreditation

Concordia's education programs hold accreditation status from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), a nationally recognized accrediting body for educator preparation.

Concordia University, Nebraska is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Thom Leadership Education Center

The Thom Leadership Education Center provides future teachers and school leaders with collaborative classrooms, resource-rich learning spaces and tools designed to support innovative, Christ-centered education.

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Exterior view of the Thom Leadership Education Center

Scholarships

Concordia University, Nebraska provides countless financial aid opportunities for our students including academic, talent, need-based, faith-based and church work scholarships. To recognize and celebrate your God-given abilities and talents, we award generous scholarships and grants to 100% of our incoming full-time students!

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