Concordia Portland Online

About

At Concordia University - Portland, we prepare students to achieve their personal and professional goals through comprehensive and challenging programs offered online and on our Portland campus. Rooted in the tradition of a Lutheran education, our curriculum encourages the freedom to ask, explore, and learn in a caring and supportive environment. Our students are passionate about using their talents and education to serve their community and the world.

Concordia is a private, nonprofit, Christian liberal arts university open to students of any faith. Concordia University – Portland is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. In addition, the MBA program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business School & Programs. Concordia Portland Online degrees are a popular option among students.

Why CU Portland?

Concordia faculty are dedicated educators who have a passion for sharing knowledge and expertise. Our professors bring a wealth of experience to every class and are dedicated to your success.

Online classes have between 6 and 18 students, fostering a true cohort dynamic of camaraderie and teamwork. Students from across the country and around the world work and learn together.

Concordia offers a variety of scholarships, grants, and awards designed to make the cost of a top-quality liberal arts education more affordable. In addition, federal financial aid, monthly payment plans, and military benefits are available to candidates who qualify.

Where Is Concordia University - Portland?

Concordia University – Portland is located in downtown Portland, Oregon. However, roughly 75% of students choose to pursue their degree through online courses at Concordia Portland Online, which means that you may be able to perform coursework wherever it is convenient for you. Most programs don’t require that you ever attend course on campus, some courses at Concordia Portland Online are entirely online, though you should refer to individual programs and their specific requirements.

What Division Is Concordia University?

As of 2015, Concordia University – Portland is in the NCAA Division II and competes in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC). Concordia University – Portland has teams in the following sports:

Men’s and Women’s Soccer
Men’s and Women’s Cross Country
Men’s and Women’s Indoor Track and Field
Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track and Field
Men’s and Women’s Basketball
Men’s and Women’s Golf

Concordia University – Portland also has teams in baseball, softball, and volleyball.

What Are Concordia University’s Admissions Requirements?

The undergraduate admissions requirements to apply to Concordia University as a freshman include:

Completed Application
Official transcripts
Submit SAT-1 and ACT scores (code numbers are SAT 4079 and ACT 3458)
Two letters of recommendation
Written essay (may submit your SAT Writing section or choose one of the topics listed on the website)

There may be additional admissions requirements for specific programs. Also, admissions requirements may vary depending on the degree level you’re applying for and for transfer students.

What Are Admission Deadlines?

Concordia University has a rolling admission process. However, applications submitted by the following dates are given priority:

Fall Semester – Early Action Deadline: November 15
Fall Semester – Priority Deadline: December 15
Fall Semester – Priority Deadline: January 27
Fall Semester – Rolling Admission: Begins January 21 and proceeds until class is full
Spring Semester – Priority Deadline: December 15
Summer Semester – Priority Deadline: March 1

How Many Students Attend Concordia University?

In 2015, there were 7,182 students enrolled at Concordia University – Portland. Roughly 75% of those students were online students taking Concordia University Portland online classes. Also, about 6,000 of those students were graduate students pursuing a graduate degree.

What Is the Concordia University Mission Statement?

Concordia University strives to prepare leaders for the transformation of society. Therefore, graduates are well prepared to meet the world’s needs with sharp minds, moral courage, and genuine compassion.

Concordia University continues to be known for academic excellence and personal relationships and the vision includes the on-going commitment to the community and engages all students and produces alumni who serve the integrity in their lives, fields of study, and resulting careers.

Accreditation

Our programs are accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our teacher education programs are approved by the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission.

Online Programs

Program Listings

Master’s Degree Programs
- MEd in Career and Technical Education
  Develop cutting-edge knowledge relative to career options and 21st Century skills, and gain knowledge of managerial roles and functions essential to administering and supervising a CTE program in a variety of settings.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Community Engagement in Education
  The MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Community Engagement in Education program will give teachers the most up-to-date tools for enhancing the mindset, growth, and abilities of students in difficult socioeconomic situations. Infused with Concordia’s commitment to full-child support services for early childhood, elementary, and secondary education levels, this program bolsters and reinforces the abilities of teachers to develop curriculum in multicultural, diverse, at-risk, and high-needs environments, helping to not only better address individual student needs but also better support teachers through opportunities to access community resources. You’ll learn philosophy and theory on educational and community engagement practices, how to create and sustain an equitable classroom, and how to take this knowledge past the classroom as a leader in your community.
  You have the passion, drive, and commitment to improve the world. You see tomorrow’s leaders every morning in your classroom—and you’re dedicated to preparing them for success. If teaching is your passion, Concordia is your university. Now's the time to advance your skills and do even more with the power of a leading MEd from Concordia University–Portland. Founded in 1905, Concordia University is an accredited, nonprofit, Christian liberal arts university committed to preparing leaders for the transformation of society. At Concordia University, you have the ability to:
  
  • Complete your MEd in one year
  • Earn your MEd 100% online with built-in breaks
  • Log in at any time of the day that’s convenient for you
  • Choose from three career-focused MEd programs and 15 concentrations
  
  Using forward thinking knowledge based on emerging researach, our curricula is designed and taught by an engaging faculty that includes teachers, superintendents, and principals in the field. Our courses are constantly updated to reflect changes in education, keeping you at the forefront of the industry and ready to tackle any challenge with confidence. You’ll learn the practical skills needed to improve your teaching practice. Choose the MEd program right for you:
  
  • MEd in Career and Technical Education
  • MEd in Curriculum and Instruction (15 concentrations, and a dual degree option)
  • MEd in Educational Leadership
  
  Our MEd programs are recognized by teachers nationwide for having a perfect balance of academic rigor, comprehensive student support, and time-to-degree efficiency, all while staying committed to affordability and faith-based values. Founded in 1905, we have more than 110 years of heritage and history in the preparation and development of teachers. Our MEd graduates stand out to employers as having the skills, integrity, and compassion necessary to meet the ever-chaging needs of students. And with more than 10,000 College of Education alumni—we're making an impact in education, together.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - ESOL (K-Adult)
  Learn best practices and excellence in English acquisition, develop expertise in a rapidly growing field of education, and become proficient in teaching English as a second language. Become an ELL Consultant, English Tutor, or an English Language Learners Program Director.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Early Childhood Education
  This strand is designed for those who have a strong passion for teaching young children, ages birth through age 8, and who believe that children learn best through active, hands-on learning. Candidates will explore current trends and research, design developmentally-appropriate curriculum, and develop skills in advocating for young children.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Educational Technology Leadership
  Concordia University – Portland’s fully online MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Educational Technology Leadership concentration prepares candidates for leadership roles implementing education technologies in K-12 classrooms and community college settings. This program does more than deepen specific technology knowledge – candidates also gain the insights and skills to lead research on technology adaptation and best-use cases supporting curriculum enhancement, with an end goal of improved teaching and learning. The Educational Technology Leadership coursework also emphasizes the ability to think pedagogically about technology and develop sustainable proficiency in its use. Program graduates will also have the leadership skills to conduct training at the school or district levels, write community grants, and develop scaled implementation plans. A nonprofit, faith-based institution, Concordia University - Portland has produced effective, empowered academic leaders for more than 100 years. Earn a career-enhancing, accredited degree through a flexible, fully online curriculum that lets you keep your current job and balance your other responsibilities.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Environmental Education
  Lead the development of environmental literacy – how daily choices help or harm the environment – in your school and community while expanding environmental education beyond the classroom. Become a K-12 Environmental Education Program Director; Lead Teacher for Environmental Issues; Educator, Environmental or Outdoor Center; Lobbyist; or a Lead Fund Raiser.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Leadership
  Concordia University - Portland’s fully online Master’s degree program in Curriculum & Instruction: Leadership develops transformational leaders ready for roles beyond traditional educational administration. Concordia Portland’s accredited MEd online program consists of five-week courses that can be accessed via the Internet at a time and location most convenient for you. Students in this program gain the educational leadership knowledge, skills and training to implement immediate and long-term transformative change solutions within schools and partner community-based organizations.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Mathematics
  Enhance your content knowledge and skills in mathematics in order to increase student learning and understanding of foundational mathematics concepts. Become a College Instructor, Consultant or Advisor, Program Director, Curriculum Director, Division or Department Chair, or a Lead Grant Writer.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Methods and Curriculum
  Become an instructional leader who can support quality learning, reinforce excellent teaching in a variety of situations, and gain knowledge of instructional theory and best practices. Become a Director of Curriculum & Instruction, a Professional Development Leader in K12, or Assistant Chief Academic Officer.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Reading Interventionist
  Help struggling readers, become a successful literacy coach, and develop a practical approach to learning differences with proven results. Become a College Instructor in the Teaching of Reading, a Literacy Coach, Advisor for Reading Textbooks, or Reading Advisor to policymakers.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math)
  The Concordia University – Portland MEd degree program in Curriculum & Instruction: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is designed for preK-12 teachers wanting to develop the enhanced skills, knowledge, practical application and leadership abilities to effectively teach science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses in preK-12 classes. Candidates in this STEM concentration will learn how to make the connection between transformative education practices and how to effectively convey the scientific principles of critical thinking, problem solving, and inquiry to their students. Concordia’s C&I-based STEM M.Ed. program prepares teachers to take a leadership role in student attainment of state and national testing goals and standards.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Science
  Advance the depth of your science knowledge and skills to improve student outcomes, test results, and understanding of scientific information. Become a College Instructor, Consultant or Advisor, Program Director, Curriculum Director, Division or Department Chair, or a Lead Grant Writer.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - Social Studies
  The goal of the MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Social Studies is to develop a deep understanding of the integration of Social Studies curriculum and Project-Based Learning while stimulating the teaching of Social Studies professionals and encouraging students to engage in historical work that will demonstrate the power of critical thinking in a globalizing world.
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction - The Inclusive Classroom (Special Education)
  Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively with students with disabilities mainstreamed or fully included in general education classrooms. Become a K-12 General Education Inclusion Teacher, College Instructor, Consultant or Advisor, Coach/Mentor, or State Advisor.
- MEd in Educational Leadership
  Advance your career as a recognized education leader, learn how to influence a collaborative work environment and gain management skills you can put to work in the public or private sector. Become a Community College Student Services Director or Subject Matter Department Chair, Education Advisor in the District Superintendent's Cabinet, Education Lobbyist, or Corporate Trainer.
Doctorate
- Doctorate of Education (EdD) - Administrative Leadership
  This fully online Doctorate degree program prepares candidates to be transformational leaders guiding public or nonpublic schools. This three year accredited EdD program consists of courses eight weeks in length, limited to a cohort of 15 candidates to maintain program quality. A virtual residency component makes Concordia’s EdD program one of the nation’s first to extend the benefits of an online curriculum to the residency portion of doctoral education programs. Students in this program gain the management skills to become transformational leaders guiding school teachers and administrators in the service of students.
- Doctorate of Education (EdD) - Higher Education
  This fully online Doctoral degree program prepares candidates for leadership and teaching roles across the post-secondary education sector. This three year accredited EdD program consists of courses eight weeks in length, limited to a cohort of 15 candidates to maintain program quality. A virtual residency component makes Concordia’s EdD program one of the nation’s first to extend the benefits of an online curriculum to the residency portion of doctoral education programs. Graduates of this terminal degree will have the management and teaching skills necessary to transform education through servant-based scholastic leadership and collaboration.
- Doctorate of Education (EdD) - Instructional Leadership
  This fully online Doctorate degree program offers candidates the ability to design and implement a customized program of study from an array of doctoral coursework, with a focus developing transformational leaders to successfully analyze and address the complex challenges, personnel issues, accountability, and fiscal priorities facing many organizations. This three year accredited EdD program consists of courses eight weeks in length, limited to a cohort of 15 candidates to maintain program quality. A virtual residency component makes Concordia’s EdD program one of the nation’s first to extend the benefits of an online curriculum to the residency portion of doctoral education programs. Students in this program gain in-depth knowledge to further enhance their high-level problem solving, decision-making, and collaborative skills.
- Doctorate of Education (EdD) - Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation
  This fully online Doctorate of Education program develops transformational leaders inside and outside the education sector. The Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation EdD specialization is ideal for candidates from academic, governmental, community, nonprofit, religious, and other fields who want to further enhance their organizational management skills through high-level problem solving, decision-making, and collaborative skills. Students will be able to select from a wide array of relevant, leadership-focused specialization courses. This doctoral program consists of courses eight weeks in length, features a virtual residency, and support throughout the program.
- Doctorate of Education (EdD) - Transformational Leadership
  This fully online Doctorate degree program develops transformational leaders inside and outside the education sector. This three year accredited EdD program consists of courses eight weeks in length, limited to a cohort of 15 candidates to maintain program quality. A virtual residency component makes Concordia’s EdD program one of the nation’s first to extend the benefits of an online curriculum to the residency portion of doctoral education programs. Students in this program gain the leadership and administration skills to bring immediate and long-term transformation in schools, church, academic, corporate and non-profit organizations.
- Education Specialist (EdS) - Administrative Leadership
  The EdS in Administrative Leadership from Concordia University–Portland prepares candidates to be transformational leaders guiding public or nonpublic schools. Classes are 8 weeks in length, fully online, and aimed at the practitioner-scholar who already balances a career, family, and other obligations. This concentration is designed to give current administrators additional knowledge and expertise so they can positively impact their school, district, or organization. You can complete your EdS in less than 2 years and develop executive leadership traits in critical thinking and informed decision-making.
  Empower your inner leader. If you’re compelled to enhance your leadership capabilities in education and administration, to make longlasting changes in your school, government, or organization, Concordia University–Portland's Education Specialist degree program is for you. Accredited, nonprofit, and faith-based, Concordia is one of the largest and most respected names in education today. Concordia’s EdS program gives you the ability to:
  
  • Complete your EdS in less than 2 years
  • Earn a post-master's degree with no dissertation requirement
  • Choose from five concentrations
  • Complete your EdS 100% online
  
  You have the power to advance your leadership and grow as a change leader. You can take charge and challenge the status quo. You can move mountains. And you can earn your EdS degree. We believe in you, and we're here to support you. When you join Concordia University, you become part of a close community with over 110 years of heritage and history. While the EdS program is rigorous, it is ideal for professionals balancing work, family, and other obligations. Our curriculum is taught by highly regarded scholars from diverse backgrounds in education and business. EdS students take classes along with EdD students, allowing for the thoughtful exchange of ideas and collaboration while engaging in advanced graduate coursework. Choose from one of the following five concentrations:
  
  • EdS in Administrative Leadership
  • EdD in Higher Education
  • EdS in Professional, Inquiry, and Transformation
  • EdS in Instructional Leadership
  • EdS in Transformational Leadership
  
  This program focuses on developing tranformational leaders: prepared, ethical practitioners able to effect change, conduct research to make informed decisions, and support the growth and development of others.
- Education Specialist (EdS) - Higher Education
  This fully online degree program from Concordia University–Portland is for candidates looking to make their mark in higher education. Higher education is faced with a number of challenges, including declining enrollments and endowments. The EdS in Higher Education, which you can earn in less than 2 years, includes an emphasis on administration and instruction. Classes are 8 weeks in length, and aimed at the practitioner-scholar who already balances a career, family, and other obligations. It is designed to prepare candidates for leadership, teaching, and service positions in higher education institutions, government agencies, and other postsecondary educational settings.
  Empower your inner leader. If you’re compelled to enhance your leadership capabilities in education and administration, to make longlasting changes in your school, government, or organization, Concordia University–Portland's Education Specialist degree program is for you. Accredited, nonprofit, and faith-based, Concordia is one of the largest and most respected names in education today. Concordia’s EdS program gives you the ability to:
  
  • Complete your EdS in less than 2 years
  • Earn a post-master's degree with no dissertation requirement
  • Choose from five concentrations
  • Complete your EdS 100% online
  
  You have the power to advance your leadership and grow as a change leader. You can take charge and challenge the status quo. You can move mountains. And you can earn your EdS degree. We believe in you, and we're here to support you. When you join Concordia University, you become part of a close community with over 110 years of heritage and history. While the EdS program is rigorous, it is ideal for professionals balancing work, family, and other obligations. Our curriculum is taught by highly regarded scholars from diverse backgrounds in education and business. EdS students take classes along with EdD students, allowing for the thoughtful exchange of ideas and collaboration while engaging in advanced graduate coursework. Choose from one of the following five concentrations:
  
  • EdS in Administrative Leadership
  • EdD in Higher Education
  • EdS in Professional, Inquiry, and Transformation
  • EdS in Instructional Leadership
  • EdS in Transformational Leadership
  
  This program focuses on developing tranformational leaders: prepared, ethical practitioners able to effect change, conduct research to make informed decisions, and support the growth and development of others.
- Education Specialist (EdS) - Instructional Leadership
  The online Education Specialist degree in Instructional Leadership from Concordia University–Portland helps you develop the knowledge, ability, and capacity to positively impact practice, programs, and policy. Classes are 8 weeks in length and aimed at the practitioner-scholar who already balances a career, family, and other obligations. If you're looking to stay in the classroom, potentially working in higher education later in life, or just want to improve your instruction and mentoring of others, this EdS program—which you can complete in less than 2 years—is for you.
  Empower your inner leader. If you’re compelled to enhance your leadership capabilities in education and administration, to make longlasting changes in your school, government, or organization, Concordia University–Portland's Education Specialist degree program is for you. Accredited, nonprofit, and faith-based, Concordia is one of the largest and most respected names in education today. Concordia’s EdS program gives you the ability to:
  
  • Complete your EdS in less than 2 years
  • Earn a post-master's degree with no dissertation requirement
  • Choose from five concentrations
  • Complete your EdS 100% online
  
  You have the power to advance your leadership and grow as a change leader. You can take charge and challenge the status quo. You can move mountains. And you can earn your EdS degree. We believe in you, and we're here to support you. When you join Concordia University, you become part of a close community with over 110 years of heritage and history. While the EdS program is rigorous, it is ideal for professionals balancing work, family, and other obligations. Our curriculum is taught by highly regarded scholars from diverse backgrounds in education and business. EdS students take classes along with EdD students, allowing for the thoughtful exchange of ideas and collaboration while engaging in advanced graduate coursework. Choose from one of the following five concentrations:
  
  • EdS in Administrative Leadership
  • EdD in Higher Education
  • EdS in Professional, Inquiry, and Transformation
  • EdS in Instructional Leadership
  • EdS in Transformational Leadership
  
  This program focuses on developing tranformational leaders: prepared, ethical practitioners able to effect change, conduct research to make informed decisions, and support the growth and development of others.
- Education Specialist (EdS) - Professional Leadership, Inquiry and Transformation
  This fully online Education Specialist (EdS) degree program from Concordia University–Portland develops transformational leaders inside and outside the education sector. The Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation EdD concentration is ideal for candidates from academic, governmental, community, nonprofit, religious, and other fields who want to further enhance their organizational management skills through high-level problem solving, decision-making, and collaborative skills. You will be able to select from a wide array of relevant, leadership-focused concentration courses—and earn your EdS degree in less than 2 years. Classes are 8 weeks in length and aimed at the practitioner-scholar who already balances a career, family, and other obligations.
  Empower your inner leader. If you’re compelled to enhance your leadership capabilities in education and administration, to make longlasting changes in your school, government, or organization, Concordia University–Portland's Education Specialist degree program is for you. Accredited, nonprofit, and faith-based, Concordia is one of the largest and most respected names in education today. Concordia’s EdS program gives you the ability to:
  
  • Complete your EdS in less than 2 years
  • Earn a post-master's degree with no dissertation requirement
  • Choose from five concentrations
  • Complete your EdS 100% online
  
  You have the power to advance your leadership and grow as a change leader. You can take charge and challenge the status quo. You can move mountains. And you can earn your EdS degree. We believe in you, and we're here to support you. When you join Concordia University, you become part of a close community with over 110 years of heritage and history. While the EdS program is rigorous, it is ideal for professionals balancing work, family, and other obligations. Our curriculum is taught by highly regarded scholars from diverse backgrounds in education and business. EdS students take classes along with EdD students, allowing for the thoughtful exchange of ideas and collaboration while engaging in advanced graduate coursework. Choose from one of the following five concentrations:
  
  • EdS in Administrative Leadership
  • EdD in Higher Education
  • EdS in Professional, Inquiry, and Transformation
  • EdS in Instructional Leadership
  • EdS in Transformational Leadership
  
  This program focuses on developing tranformational leaders: prepared, ethical practitioners able to effect change, conduct research to make informed decisions, and support the growth and development of others.
- Education Specialist (EdS) - Transformational Leadership
  Concordia University–Portland's online Education Specialist (EdS) concentration in Transformational Leadership is designed for individuals wanting to advance in business, organization, and church leadership and management. Classes are 8 weeks in length and aimed at the practitioner-scholar who already balances a career, family, and other obligations. You can earn your EdS fully online in less than 2 years, while uncovering your true leadership style and learning to foster and environment of creativity, inventiveness, and entrepreneurship.
  Empower your inner leader. If you’re compelled to enhance your leadership capabilities in education and administration, to make longlasting changes in your school, government, or organization, Concordia University–Portland's Education Specialist degree program is for you. Accredited, nonprofit, and faith-based, Concordia is one of the largest and most respected names in education today. Concordia’s EdS program gives you the ability to:
  
  • Complete your EdS in less than 2 years
  • Earn a post-master's degree with no dissertation requirement
  • Choose from five concentrations
  • Complete your EdS 100% online
  
  You have the power to advance your leadership and grow as a change leader. You can take charge and challenge the status quo. You can move mountains. And you can earn your EdS degree. We believe in you, and we're here to support you. When you join Concordia University, you become part of a close community with over 110 years of heritage and history. While the EdS program is rigorous, it is ideal for professionals balancing work, family, and other obligations. Our curriculum is taught by highly regarded scholars from diverse backgrounds in education and business. EdS students take classes along with EdD students, allowing for the thoughtful exchange of ideas and collaboration while engaging in advanced graduate coursework. Choose from one of the following five concentrations:
  
  • EdS in Administrative Leadership
  • EdD in Higher Education
  • EdS in Professional, Inquiry, and Transformation
  • EdS in Instructional Leadership
  • EdS in Transformational Leadership
  
  This program focuses on developing tranformational leaders: prepared, ethical practitioners able to effect change, conduct research to make informed decisions, and support the growth and development of others.

Campus Programs

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- Master’s Degree Programs
  - Master of Arts in Teaching (Elementary)
    If you’re ready to become a teacher and make a difference in a classroom of your own, join us as we build a teaching force that enriches our community and improves the lives of students. Graduates from our MAT program are recognized by principals and school leaders as well-prepared for today’s classroom — with the knowledge, tools, and clinical experience necessary to teach effectively, work collaboratively, and be a guiding force in the lives of their students. Completion of this program will enable you to enter the teaching profession at the Preliminary Teaching License level. Classes are offered on campus and you can choose to attend either part-time (22 months to complete) or full-time (11 months to complete).
    Concordia University–Portland has been preparing and educating teachers for over a century. From equity and cultural responsiveness to the latest research and teaching approaches, the knowledge and tools you gain at Concordia will enable you to continually adapt to your students’ complex needs. Graduates from our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program are well equipped for today’s classroom—with the skills necessary to teach and assess effectively, work collaboratively, and encourage positive change in the school environment.
    
    Culturally responsive practices are embedded throughout the program coursework, enhancing your ability to foster equity in the classroom and beyond. By the end of the program, you should be able to plan and execute developmentally appropriate learning activities, demonstrate competency in various methods of authentic assessment, exhibit high moral and ethical standards, have a genuine understanding of culturally responsive practices, and appreciate that teaching is an act of supreme service to others. Through practical application of learned concepts, you will be well prepared to work with and advocate for students and families.
    
    Concordia's MAT program features:
    
    •Small, dynamic cohorts and easily accessible faculty
    •Current, relevant and meaningful curriculum
    •Accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
    •8-week practicum and 12-week student teaching clinical experiences
    
    Once you successfully complete the program you are eligible to receive your Oregon Preliminary Teaching License. If you’re excited to make a difference by leading a classroom of your own, join us as we build a teaching force that enriches our community and improves the lives of students.
  - Master of Arts in Teaching (Secondary)
    Concordia University–Portland has been preparing and educating teachers for over a century. From equity and cultural responsiveness to the latest research and teaching approaches, the knowledge and tools you gain at Concordia will enable you to continually adapt to your students’ complex needs. Graduates from our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program are well equipped for today’s classroom—with the skills necessary to teach and assess effectively, work collaboratively, and encourage positive change in the school environment.
    
    Culturally responsive practices are embedded throughout the program coursework, enhancing your ability to foster equity in the classroom and beyond. By the end of the program, you should be able to plan and execute developmentally appropriate learning activities, demonstrate competency in various methods of authentic assessment, exhibit high moral and ethical standards, have a genuine understanding of culturally responsive practices, and appreciate that teaching is an act of supreme service to others. Through practical application of learned concepts, you will be well prepared to work with and advocate for students and families.
    
    Concordia's MAT program features:
    
    •Small, dynamic cohorts and easily accessible faculty
    •Current, relevant and meaningful curriculum
    •Accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
    •8-week practicum and 12-week student teaching clinical experiences
    
    Once you successfully complete the program you are eligible to receive your Oregon Preliminary Teaching License. If you’re excited to make a difference by leading a classroom of your own, join us as we build a teaching force that enriches our community and improves the lives of students.
  - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
    The General Business concentration is the most flexible way to complete the MBA elective coursework. Students electing the General Business concentration may select any combination of 9 credits from MBA courses listed in any concentration, and/or seminars, and/or internship. Pursuing the General Business concentration broadly prepares students to improve and lead organizations in diverse industries.
    The MBA program at Concordia University–Portland prepares students for today’s complex, competitive, and fast-paced business world. You’ll gain the tools to succeed in tomorrow’s global and technology-driven business environment, including the knowledge and ability to adapt to changing market forces, through relevant and customizable curriculum. As a result, Concordia’s MBA not only equips you to be comfortable with change, it helps you anticipate and embrace it.
    
    The MBA program at Concordia University–Portland prepares students for today’s complex, competitive, and fast-paced business world. You’ll gain the tools to succeed in tomorrow’s global and technology-driven business environment, including the knowledge and ability to adapt to changing market forces, through relevant and customizable curriculum. As a result, Concordia’s MBA not only equips you to be comfortable with change, it helps you anticipate and embrace it.
    
    With elective concentrations that give students greater latitude to pursue coursework most relevant to them, the program stresses the importance of servant and ethical leadership, global awareness, organizational change through constant innovation, critical thinking, financial modeling, and project management. Students may choose from the following concentration options:
    
    -General Business
    -Leadership and Management
    -Finance
    Health Care Administration
    -Project Management
    -Professional Practice
    
    Courses for the MBA program can be completed online or on campus one evening per week. When you complete the program in 18 - 24 months, you will be ready to face the evolution of the global business world head on - with a skill-set to help you succeed. Emerge as a problem solver, decision maker, innovator, and ethical and transformational leader. That’s the Concordia MBA difference!

General Info

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Concordia University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, is affiliated with the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and is a member of the Concordia University System.
Total Online Enrollment:
6,000-9,999
Delivery Format:
Online and On-Campus
Carnegie Classification:
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Special Focus Institutions
Technical Requirements:
Must be equipped with high speed Internet connection such as DSL or cable modem. PC configuration must support Windows XP or greater.
Geographic Restrictions:
US residents only
On-Campus Requirement:
No on-campus requirement. All programs offered entirely online.
Loans Offered:
Loans may be available. Applicants may apply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Registration Details:
Students will register online; assistance is available from online staff.

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