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Concordia University Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Concordia University Ann Arbor’s beautiful campus, which rests on the banks of the Huron River, fosters a collegial environment for students to intersect their learning and faith. Realizing that today’s academic landscape is ever-changing, the university’s administration has committed itself to prepare students to stand apart from the crowd, share their God-given talents and gifts in service to others, and “Live A Life That Is Uncommon.” Undergraduates can choose from 60 majors in one of five schools, the most recent being a state-of-the-art School of Nursing.

Students are embraced by administrators, faculty, and staff who make it their mission to equip them with all they need to succeed. Faculty who teach integrity, values, and ethics foster close relationships in a supportive community. A multitude of service opportunities are offered regionally and globally.

Undergraduate enrollment had spiraled upward for the second successive year to 939 students.

Opportunities abound for student engagement and faith development. Service is an integral part of the university’s mission, as students learn to “Live A You First Life In A Me First World.” While college life is foremost about achieving an excellent education and setting one’s career path, it also serves as a springboard for building lifetime relationships. The 187-acre campus is located minutes from downtown, affording an educational experience in a major college town.

CUAA’s Kreft Center for the Arts provides an array of opportunities in theatre, music, and the visual arts. Intercollegiate athletics are offered in 22 sports, and athletes are committed to success on the field, in the classroom, and in their lives. The integration of faith and athletics is valued by coaches as well, each of whom form a Student Athlete Leader Team for each sport.

CUAA is so much more than just earning a degree. It’s about being part of a bigger community that shares uncommon purpose and values.

Get to know Concordia University Ann Arbor

940
Degree-Seeking Undergraduates
Enrolled female students
54%
 
Enrolled male students
46%
 
Gender Ratio
Full-time students
95%
 
Part-time students
5%
 
Full-time to Part-time Ratio
Full-time faculty
26%
 
Adjuncts
74%
 
Faculty Ratio
10:1
Student/teacher ratio
$29,180
Full-time tuition cost
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4-year graduation rate
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5-year graduation rate
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6-year graduation rate
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Acceptance rate
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Out-of-state students
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Full-time faculty w/ terminal degree

Benefits

Student Activities

Student Activities

  • Campus Ministries
  • Choral groups
  • Concert band
  • Dance
  • Drama/theatre
  • International Student Organization
  • Jazz band
  • Literary magazine
  • Marching band
  • Music ensembles
  • Musical theatre
  • Pep band
  • Student government
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College Highlights

Engaged Students
Great Teaching
Vibrant Communities
Successful Outcomes
Admission & Aid
Engaged Students

“I have never had such supportive friends and professors who regularly challenged me.” – Brandon Bettcher, Class of ‘19

STUDY ABROAD
CUAA offers many different types of study abroad programs. Students can choose from different countries, lengths of time, personal semesters, faculty-led sessions, and more! Students at CUAA can also apply to go on trips led by Concordia University Wisconsin. There are many myths about studying abroad, but CUAA breaks them apart in the way it structures its many opportunities.

Great Teaching

“What I love most about the school is the Christ-centered community.” – Brandon Bettcher, Class of ‘19

FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE
A hallmark of the Concordia experience is to embody four core values and embed them into academics, the campus experience, and life in general.

Not only do advisors work with students to help them register for classes, but they also make sure students are prepared to handle this process throughout their academic career. Advisors assigned to new students also introduce them to campus tools and resources. The academic and student life offices work together to make sure students know where to get the support they need.

The core curriculum, which runs the course of students’ first three semesters, includes a freshman seminar that focuses on being neighborly, community engagement, faith, and global citizenship. While coursework within disciplines might differ in focus, all students will be exposed to writing-intensive courses, research-focused courses, service-learning, and experiential learning components.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Across its five schools, CUAA offers 52 undergraduate and 22 master’s Programs. The five schools are: Arts and Science, Business, Education, Nursing, and Health Professions.

SPECIAL STUDY OPTIONS
Programs available at this institution.
Accelerated program
Cross-registration
Distance learning
Double major
Dual enrollment
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Exchange student program (domestic)
Independent study
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Student-designed major
Study abroad
Teacher certification program

Vibrant Communities

LIVE UNCOMMON
Live Uncommon. This motto shines through all students do at CUAA. Students share what it means to be distinct and unique through their academics and faith.

“Concordia University Ann Arbor is all about being part of a bigger community where students life a life that is uncommon.” – President Rev. Dr. Patrick T. Ferry.

SERVICE-LEARNING
While formal service-learning is built into the curriculum, there are also opportunities outside of the classroom for students to serve, including local Mission of the Month programs and various Mission Trips.

CAMPUS SAFETY
CUAA has earned a spot as a top university in the nation for its campus safety presence, according to a recent published  report by collegestats.org.

SCHOOL LOCATION
The 187-acre campus on the banks of the Huron River is located only minutes from downtown Ann Arbor, so students can experience life in a major college town.

ATHLETICS
Concordia Ann Arbor competes at the NAIA level. Its mascot is a Cardinal. 

22 intercollegiate sports
10 Men’s
10 Women’s
2 Co-ed

RESIDENCE LIFE
Percent of students living on campus.
First-time, first-year (freshman) students: 71%
Undergraduates: 45%

Campus housing options.
Men’s dorms
Women’s dorms

Successful Outcomes

OFFICE OF CAREER ENGAGEMENT AND INDUSTRY RELATIONS (CEIR)
The Office of Career Engagement and Industry Relations (CEIR) offers a number of resources online and in-person for students, alumni, and employers. Students can visit the Career Engagement Studio on campus to access career coaching, internship preparation, or opportunities for post-grad employment.

The “Take 20” program offers students easy access to quick, 20-minute engagements that help boost their career readiness. Students can use this opportunity to interact with the Career Engagement Studio staff as well as peers and alumni.

Admission & Aid

Admission

ADMISSIONS FACTORS
Very Important
Rigor of secondary school record | Academic GPA | Application Essay

Important
Standardized test scores | Character/personal qualities | Work experience

Considered
Class rank | Recommendation(s) | Interview
Extracurricular activities | Talent/ability | Alumni/ae relation
State residency | Religious affiliation/commitment | Racial/ethnic status
Volunteer work | Level of applicant’s interest

FRESHMAN PROFILE
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 18 | 75th Percentile: 25
ACT Math
25th Percentile: 18 | 75th Percentile: 25
ACT English
25th Percentile: 19 | 75th Percentile: 25

Tuition & Cost

Tuition: $29,180
Fees: $270
Room & Board: $12,620
Room: $5,870
Board: $6,750

Aid

CONCORDIA PROMISE
CUAA wants to make the most of every student’s education. High school students (homeschooled or at Christian schools) can enroll in reduced tuition online courses to earn high school and college credit. After completion, students are eligible to apply for a scholarship to apply to their freshman-year expenses.

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Contact Concordia University Ann Arbor

Contact Admissions

www.cuaa.edu/admissions

admission@cuaa.edu

Campus Location

4090 Geddes Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48105

(734) 995-7300

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www.cuaa.edu

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