Undergraduate Admissions
At Concordia University, Nebraska, you’ll find more than just challenging academics—you'll uncover a vibrant community where students, faculty and alumni are all rooting for your success, both during your time on campus and beyond.
Here, your spiritual journey is as important as your academic one. Our Christian Lutheran faith infuses every corner of campus, from lectures to sports fields to lunchtime chats. At Concordia, you’ll gain the tools and inspiration to make a real difference in both the church and the world.
Excellent Academics
At Concordia University, Nebraska, you'll find an awesome variety of undergrad programs tailored to set you up for your dream career or further studies. From business to education, health sciences to the arts, we've got you covered with engaging courses taught by passionate professors.
A Home Away from Home
Picture this—a tight-knit community where your professors know you by name and your classmates become your lifelong friends. That's Concordia! We're all about creating a warm, welcoming environment where you can flourish both academically and socially.
Faith and Values
Here, education isn't just about textbooks—it's about nurturing your spirit too. As part of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, we offer a faith-based approach to learning. You'll have opportunities to explore your beliefs, engage in meaningful discussions and make a difference in the world around you.
Room to Grow
Ready to spread your wings and soar? Concordia is your launching pad! With internships, research opportunities, clubs and leadership programs, you'll have endless chances to discover your passions, hone your skills and become the amazing leader God created you to be.
Undergraduate Enrollment Process
Apply for free online
Please self-report your cumulative high school GPA on your application.
If you do not know your cumulative high school GPA, you can leave the GPA question blank and send us a physical high school transcript after applying.
Receive an acceptance packet
Admission to Concordia is based on your cumulative high school GPA.
Your acceptance packet will include your official acceptance letter, academic scholarship and a checklist to enroll.
Pay your enrollment fee
- The $200 enrollment fee is an indicator to us that you intend to enroll at Concordia.
Create your Concordia Account
- Your Concordia Account provides you with access to your Concordia email account and portal.
Complete your enrollment forms
- Once your Concordia Account is created, the admissions office will deliver enrollment forms to your Concordia email account.
October or later – complete the FAFSA
- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is necessary to be considered for federal, state and institutional need-based grants and loans. Concordia’s Federal School Code is 002541.
November or later - Financial Aid Offer (FAO) notification
- An FAO notification summarizes all financial aid you are eligible to receive and will be mailed after you are accepted to Concordia and your FAFSA is on file (or you declare as a non-FAFSA filer). Note that an actual bill will not be delivered until July, with payment due at the start of the semester.
Receive course schedule, residence hall and roommate information
- Course scheduling begins in late spring, and residence hall placement and roommate assignments begin in early summer. Note that our advising office will register you for your first semester at Concordia.
New student check in – LAUNCH!
- Concordia offers a few check-in events, known as LAUNCH, in August. You will receive future communication on these events in early summer.
Apply for free online
A copy of the college transcript for your most recent college attended must be on file before an admission decision can be rendered.
Receive an acceptance packet
Admission to Concordia is based on your most recent college GPA.
Your acceptance packet will include your official acceptance letter, academic scholarship and a checklist to enroll.
Pay your enrollment fee
- The $200 enrollment fee is an indicator to us that you intend to enroll at Concordia.
Create your Concordia Account
- Your Concordia Account provides you with access to your Concordia email account and portal.
Complete your enrollment forms
- Once your Concordia account is created, the admissions office will deliver enrollment forms to your Concordia email account.
October or later – complete the FAFSA
- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is necessary to be considered for federal, state, and institutional need-based grants and loans. Concordia’s Federal School Code is 002541.
November or later - Financial Aid Offer (FAO) notification
- An FAO notification summarizes all financial aid you are eligible to receive and will be mailed after you are accepted to Concordia and your FAFSA is on file (or you declare as a non-FAFSA filer). Note that an actual bill will not be delivered until July, with payment due at the start of the semester.
Receive course schedule, residence hall and roommate information
- Course scheduling begins in late spring, and residence hall placement and roommate assignments begin in early summer. Note that our advising office will register you for your first semester at Concordia.
New student check in – LAUNCH!
- Concordia offers a few check-in events, known as LAUNCH, in August. You will receive future communication on these events in early summer.
Apply for free online
If you have attended another college since departing from Concordia, we will need a copy of that transcript on file before an admission decision can be rendered.
Receive an acceptance packet
Admission to Concordia is based on your previous Concordia GPA if you have not attended any colleges since departing. If you have attended another college since departing Concordia, your admission is based on your most recent college GPA.
Your acceptance packet will include your official acceptance letter and a checklist to enroll.
Pay your enrollment fee
- The $200 enrollment fee is an indicator to us that you intend to enroll at Concordia. If your original $200 enrollment fee is still on file, you will not need to pay again.
Create your Concordia Account
- Your Concordia account provides you with access to your Concordia email account and portal.
Complete your enrollment forms
- Once your Concordia account is created, the admissions office will deliver enrollment forms to your Concordia email account for updating.
October or later – complete the FAFSA
- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is necessary to be considered for federal, state, and institutional need-based grants and loans. Concordia’s Federal School Code is 002541.
November or later - Financial Aid Offer (FAO) notification
- An FAO notification summarizes all financial aid you are eligible to receive and will be mailed after you are accepted to Concordia and your FAFSA is on file (or you declare as a non-FAFSA filer). Note that an actual bill will not be delivered until July, with payment due at the start of the semester.
Receive course schedule, residence hall and roommate information
- Course scheduling begins in late spring, and residence hall placement and roommate assignments begin in early summer.
Returning student check in – LAUNCH!
- Concordia offers a few check-in events, known as LAUNCH, in August. You will receive future communication on these events in early summer.
Apply for free online
Freshmen – submit a copy of evaluated high school transcript, a college entrance exam (if evaluated high school GPA is below a 3.0) and an English proficiency test.
Transfer – submit a copy of college transcript(s) for each college attended.
Receive an acceptance packet
Freshmen – Admission to Concordia is based on an evaluated high school transcript, a college entrance exam (if evaluated high school GPA is below a 3.0) and an English proficiency test.
Transfer – Admission to Concordia is based on the GPA from previous college(s) attended.
Your acceptance packet will include your official acceptance letter, academic scholarship and a checklist to enroll.
Pay your enrollment fee
- The $200 enrollment fee is an indicator to us that you intend to enroll at Concordia.
Create your Concordia Account
- Your Concordia account provides you with access to your Concordia email account and portal.
Complete your enrollment forms
- Once your Concordia Account is created, the admissions office will deliver enrollment forms to your Concordia email account.
November or later - Financial Aid Offer (FAO) notification
- An FAO notification summarizes all financial aid you are eligible to receive and will be emailed after you are accepted to Concordia. Note that an actual bill will not be delivered until July, with payment due at the start of the semester.
Receive course schedule, residence hall and roommate information
- Course scheduling begins in late spring, and residence hall placement and roommate assignments begin in early summer. Note that our advising office will register you for your first semester at Concordia.
New student check in – LAUNCH!
- Concordia offers a few check-in events, known as LAUNCH, in August. You will receive future communication on these events in early summer.
Even if you aren't pursuing a bachelor's degree, you can take any one of our undergraduate-level courses. Take a look through our course catalog and see if there's a class that will help you reach your goals.
Taking Credits at Concordia
If you’d like to take courses at Concordia University to transfer to another college or university, follow this process.
- Apply as an undergraduate and part-time student at cune.edu/apply.
- There is no need to submit your GPA, ACT or transcripts.
- No enrollment fee is required.
- Part-time students are not eligible for institutional aid.
- Part-time students cannot participate in athletics.
- Part-time students can participate in some performance areas. Please check with the director of your desired performance area.
- Concordia’s admissions team will work with the registrar and advising team to get you registered for your desired courses.
Academic and Performance Scholarships Available
There are a number of scholarships available for you at Concordia. Whether you’re participating in one of our performance areas, on one of the 22 athletic teams or for your academic achievements and faith background.
Expand Your Mind
Concordia Nebraska can provide you with the excellent, rigorous academic foundation you need to be successful no matter where your interest lies. With more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and professional academic programs to choose from, you’ll have the opportunity to study at the highest level, discover your passions and apply your knowledge in ways that will change the world.
Faith & Life
At our core, we are a Christ-centered community with excellence in higher education. Maybe you know nothing of the Lutheran faith, or maybe you’ve attended Lutheran schools or churches your whole life. Whatever your background is, your relationship with Jesus is personal.