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Wise, Honorable & Cultivated

Concordia University Irvine prepares students for their vocations—their various callings in life. With an enrollment of nearly 4,000 students, CUI offers bachelors', masters', and doctoral degrees in a beautiful Southern California location, with online and regional cohort options. Concordia’s undergraduate program is distinctive among universities in California because of its nationally recognized core curriculum, Enduring Questions & Ideas, and its Lutheran heritage that provides a thoughtful and caring Christian community that lives out the theology of "Grace Alone. Faith Alone."

U.S. News & World Report: Best Colleges / Regional Universities in the West 2020

Member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities

Member of the Concordia University System

Find Your Program

Who do you want to be? The subject you choose to pursue in your studies here at Concordia will shape you as a person. We are dedicated to graduating student leaders who are wise, honorable, and cultivated citizens. Explore our majors, minors, masters', doctoral, certificate, and online degrees and programs here.

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Six Schools, One Mission

Christ College

From its founding, Concordia University’s Christ College has equipped students to carry out the Great Commission - making disciples of all nations. An important part of our work is to prepare students for full-time ministry in the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod.

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School of Arts and Sciences

Firmly rooted in the Christian tradition of Concordia University Irvine, the School of Arts and Sciences confidently and freely explores both the riches of the past and the knowledge of today. Along with Christ College, the School is responsible for the general education offerings of the university.

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School of Business and Economics

Purpose. Passion. Creativity. Innovation. Faith. These are some of the qualities fostered in our students through their personalized educational experience in Concordia’s School of Business and Economics. We combine the best of theory and the best of practice to foster a “learn by doing” experience that drives innovation.

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School of Education

Concordia University Irvine’s School of Education spans from an undergraduate Liberal Studies major to a doctorate in Educational Leadership. To be a master educator, you must first be a master learner. For this reason, it is our mission to empower students for a life of teaching, learning, and service to the community.

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School of Health and Human Sciences

Concordia's newest school brings together our comprehensive Nursing program, our undergraduate and graduate Healthcare degrees, and our nationally renowned Master's in Coaching and Athletics Administration.

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Townsend Institute

Established by psychologist and relationship expert, Dr. John Townsend, The Townsend Institute's degree programs are founded on two principles: your Competence - increasing your skills, strengths, and expertise; and your Character - those internal abilities that you'll need to excel at work and in relationships.

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We Are Concordia

At Concordia Irvine we are dedicated not only to fostering a love for lifelong learning, but to shaping a coherent and comprehensive view of the world, of humanity, and of the God who created and redeemed both. We foster an intellectual pursuit of that which is true, a moral commitment to that which is good, and an aesthetic appreciation of that which is beautiful.

Concordia Choir

Thou shalt know Him

To celebrate the connection they share, over 200 Concordia Choir members from around the world came together to sing this song that has united generations of students and alumni from the Concordia Choir.
CUI Nursing Students & Alums

Finding Ways to Help

CUI nursing students heard from CUI nursing program alumni on the frontlines about various needs and began organizing to help from their homes
Stephanie Woods BSN '17

Frontline Nursing

CUI alumna Stephanie Woods talks about nursing on the frontlines throughout the COVID-19 crisis and response.
Hannah Hopkins ’20 & Anna Chao ’21

Serving in COVID-19 Test Labs

Two Biology majors were recruited to travel to the University of Washington to help process COVID-19 tests.
Miseker Abate '13

Treating Body & Soul

Miseker Abate immigrated with her family and theologian father from Ethiopia to Irvine and joined the CUI family. With a medical degree from UC Irvine and a master’s degree from Harvard, she now heads to Cornell for her surgical residency and plans for expanding medical access in Africa.
President Michael Thomas, Ph.D.

Journey to the Presidency

In January, Dr. Thomas became the fifth president of Concordia University Irvine, bringing to the job a relentless curiosity, gregariousness, and a love for listening and teaching.
Brandon Li

A Gathering to Faith

I rarely get butterflies before singing in front of people, but standing below the platform at the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a team of singers and musicians from Concordia Irvine and elsewhere, my stomach buzzed with nerves. Then, a voice came through our in-ear monitors. “Go! You guys are up."
Mary Desmond

Influencing for Good

Mary Desmond, a former American Idol contestant and current social media influencer, came to CUI to gain skills for a lifelong career in music.
John Gallegos

Two-Time War Vet, First Time Student

John Gallegos, a student in CUI’s degree completion program, brings a lifetime of experiences to the classroom as a two-time war veteran, retired professional bull rider and former bodyguard for Dick Cheney. Today he works in the field of environmental health and safety in the oil and gas transportation industry, and is pursuing a Concordia degree to help him start a business to train people for on-the-job safety.
Grace Chong '15

Preparation for a PhD

Grace launched into a PhD research program from her undergraduate training at Concordia, and today is flourishing in her doctoral studies in molecular biology at USC.

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Master's in Coaching & Athletics Administration (MCAA) Online Info Night

Mon, Sep 28, 2020 6:00 PM

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Online Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration & Leadership

Tue, Sep 29, 2020 6:00 PM

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Oct

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership Info Night

Thu, Oct 01, 2020 6:00 PM

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Eagle Golf Classic

Mon, Oct 12, 2020 9:00 AM

Strawberry Farms

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Master of Healthcare Administration Info Night

Oct 12, 2020 - Oct 19, 2020

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Telling Our Story

Owen Duncan '20 Named Winner of National Composition Contest

September 01, 2020
CUI’s Fall 2020 Undergraduate Semester Is About to Begin

August 25, 2020
Dr. Ray Halm, Concordia's Second President, Called to Glory

August 05, 2020
New School of Health and Human Sciences Launches for Fall 2020

August 03, 2020
CUI Announces Rosenthal as new Director of Athletics

June 23, 2020
Multiple Eagles Agree to Sign with MLB Teams

June 14, 2020
A Message from President Michael A. Thomas on Racism and Sin

May 31, 2020
CUI Partners with LCMS Northwest District on CU-Portland Employee Assistance Fund

April 28, 2020
Concordia University Irvine's New WSDG-Designed Recording Studio Teaching Complex

April 03, 2020
Statement About Concordia University-Portland Closure

February 10, 2020
Concordia University Irvine's Master of Healthcare Administration Degree Program Receives Candidate Status from CAHME

January 27, 2020
Concordia University Irvine Honors Co-Founder With The Dedication of International Center

January 17, 2020
Concordia University Irvine Names New Dean of the School of Business and Economics

January 14, 2020
Concordia University Irvine Celebrates Grand Opening of Music, Worship, & Theology Building

October 13, 2019
Concordia University Irvine Reaches Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Designation

September 30, 2019
Concordia University Irvine Moves Up in Top 40 Spot in College Rankings

September 11, 2019
Concordia University Irvine's Master's Counseling Program Earns National Accreditation

September 03, 2019
Concordia University Irvine's Music Department Earns National Accreditation for First Time

August 12, 2019
Concordia University Irvine Names New Dean of the School of Education

July 22, 2019
In Remembrance of the 75th Anniversary of D-Day

May 31, 2019
New Prayer Garden Dedicated in Irvine

May 22, 2019
California 45th District U.S. Representative Katie Porter Visits Concordia University Irvine

May 20, 2019
English Professor Kerri Tom Chosen to Participate in Seminar on Ancient Greece

May 15, 2019
CUI Welcomes Two New Deans

May 13, 2019
Q & I Examined in Prestigious Journal

May 13, 2019
Softball Coach Rosenthal Earns 500th Career Win

April 17, 2019
Debate Team Does it Again!

March 28, 2019
"I & You" Invited to Perform at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

February 15, 2019
Veterans Director Chosen for Prestigious Award

January 30, 2019
Grant Supports Women of Faith in Science

January 29, 2019
Leaders Named for New Centers

January 29, 2019
Japan Exchange Program Deepens Relational Aspect

January 16, 2019
$10,000 Grant Awarded to Emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution in Orange County

January 14, 2019
CUI Announces Its Largest Comprehensive Campaign

October 23, 2018
CUI Moves into Top 40 Spot in College Rankings

September 10, 2018
School of Business at Concordia University Irvine Appoints New Professors

June 28, 2018
Kern Family Foundation Grants Establish Two New Centers At Concordia University Irvine

June 18, 2018
Softball Season Comes to a Close at West Regional

May 12, 2018
Message to the Concordia University Irvine Community Regarding the Presidential Search Process

May 04, 2018
2018 Academic Showcase: Winners Announced

April 30, 2018
Study Reveals Economic Impact of Christian Universities

April 06, 2018
Documenting a Civil Rights Legend

February 01, 2018
CUI Partners to Establish First Observatory in a National Park

February 01, 2018
Matthew Hansen of Orange receives 2018 Alumni Distinguished Service Award

February 01, 2018
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Earns National Accreditation

November 27, 2017
CUI Officially Launches New Veterans Center Honoring Fallen Alumnus Staff Sgt. Matthew Thompson

November 13, 2017
Mural with Lutheran Roots Finds a New Home on Campus

October 01, 2017

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Main Campus
1530 Concordia West
Irvine, CA 92612-3203

Nursing Park Place Campus
3337 Michelson, Ste. 650
Irvine, CA 92612

Main Phone: (949) 854-8002
Admissions - Undergraduate: admissions@cui.edu
Admissions - Graduate/Adult: gradadmissions@cui.edu
General Information: info@cui.edu

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Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN)

Business Administration Major

Accounting

Accounting Minor

Theatre Major

Acting and Directing

Actuarial Science Program

American Studies Minor

Behavioral Sciences

Anthropology

Liberal Arts Major

Anthropology

Anthropology Minor

Art

Liberal Studies Major

Art

Liberal Arts Major

Art

Art Minor

Behavioral Sciences

Liberal Arts Major

Behavioral Sciences

Behavioral Sciences Minor

Liberal Arts Major

Biblical Languages

Biblical Languages Minor

Liberal Arts Major

Biblical Studies

Biblical Studies Minor

Liberal Arts Major

Biology

Biology Minor

Biology: Bachelor of Arts Degree

Biology: Bachelor of Science Degree

Business Administration Major

Business Administration Major

Business Data Analytics

Business Administration Major

Business Economics

Business Minor

Chemistry Major

Chemical Research

Liberal Arts Major

Chemistry

Chemistry Major

Chemistry Minor

Liberal Studies Major

Child Development

Children's Ministry Minor

Liberal Studies Major

Christ College

Christian Education Leadership Minor

Music Major

Church Music

Classical Education Minor

Liberal Arts Major

Classical Languages

Classical Languages Minor

Coaching Minor

Music Major

Commercial Music

Liberal Arts Major

Communication Studies

Communication Studies

Communication Studies Minor

Competence & Character Growth Model Certificate

Music Major

Composition

Computer Science Major

Computer Science Minor

Liberal Arts Major

Creative Writing

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