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Concordia University-Saint Paul

Saint Paul, MN · Private nonprofit · 4-year · The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod · Lutheran

Real cost

Average price after aid $18,462 a year

Median debt at graduation: $17,832 (all students)

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Concordia University, Saint Paul is a university of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in St. Paul, Minnesota. Its official pages describe daily chapel at 11 a.m. on weekdays, four evening worship or prayer services each week, a student Bible study and men's and women's ministries, and a theology major. Its general education includes a Religion and Theology requirement with one introductory and one intermediate course.

Faith life at a glance

A week at Concordia University-Saint Paul

  1. MonToday

    • 11:00AMChapel

  2. TueToday

    • 11:00AMChapel

  3. WedToday

    • 11:00AMChapel
    • 9:08PMWorship night

  4. ThuToday

    • 11:00AMChapel
    • 9:00PMPrayer

  5. FriToday

    • 11:00AMChapel

  6. SatToday

    No set time

  7. SunToday

    No set time

No set time: Sat, Sun

Times as the college publishes them. Check before you plan a visit.

In the college’s own words

  • “As a Christ-centered university of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, we invite you to grow in faith, serve others, and discover your calling in light of the Gospel.”

    Source: csp.edu

  • “Serve our local community to help fulfill CSP’s mission of dedicated service to God and humanity.”

    Source: csp.edu

Questions students ask

What's a normal week?

Chapel is held every weekday at 11 a.m., and Tuesday evenings have men's and women's ministry meetings at 7:30 p.m.

Source: csp.edu
Where do I find community?

The campus ministry offers intentional fellowship events and Bible studies throughout the academic year.

Source: csp.edu
Can I serve or go on mission trips?

Students are invited to serve the local community, and the ministry coordinates partnerships that support ethnic and immigrant ministries.

Source: csp.edu

Rankings

Where this college places on our top lists. Lists are worked out from official data and our faith research; places in the top quarter of each list are shown. See every list

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Academic Excellence

B-Academic Excellence: B- (grade B-): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
48 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.46%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.67%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.16 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$3,921

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

AWorship and chapel: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Worship and chapel

92 of 100 points · 6 of 7 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel services during the week3 or more a week (Morning chapel Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.)
    Sources (1)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.”
      Morning chapel is held Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Student worship nights or praise servicesEvery week (Four student-led or contemplative evening services each week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday).)
    Sources (1)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “908 – Wednesday at 9:08 p.m.”
      A contemporary worship service is held Wednesday at 9:08 p.m.
      “Compline – Monday at 9:00 p.m.”
      Compline is held Monday at 9:00 p.m.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Weekly (Weekly evening prayer services are listed. A small Prayer Chapel is also described.)
    Sources (1)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Holden Evening Prayer – Thursday at 9:00 p.m.”
      Evening prayer is held Thursday at 9:00 p.m.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsFull-time campus pastor or chaplain (A named campus pastor, chaplain or dean of chapel serves students on the college staff.)
    Sources (1)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The CSP Ministry Team is led by University Pastor Tom Gundermann and Ministry Associate Anna Gruen.”
      A University Pastor leads the CSP Ministry team.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A chapel or worship space on campusYes
    Sources (1)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Where you’ll find daily chapel, the CSP Ministry staff office, and coffee, snacks, & hang out space!”
      Daily chapel is held in the Graebner Memorial Chapel and CSP Ministry's staff office is there.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer7 to 9 times a week (9 weekly times documented: 5 chapel, 1 worship night, 3 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).
BBible and theology: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Bible and theology

81 of 100 points · 5 of 6 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students2 courses (Religion and Theology general education requires 5 to 6 credits: 3 introductory and 2 to 3 intermediate. Two courses (one introductory, one intermediate) are the minimum required of all students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. General Education Requirements | Concordia University, St. Paul Academic Catalogcatalog.csp.edu/undergraduate/academic-information/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Religion and Theology (5-6 credits required; 3 Introductory, 2-3 Intermediate)”
      General education requires theology courses at two levels.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsOne choice among others (The introductory requirement is one course chosen from several Bible courses; the listed options are not all Old and New Testament combined courses.)
    Sources (1)
    1. General Education Requirements | Concordia University, St. Paul Academic Catalogcatalog.csp.edu/undergraduate/academic-information/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “THL 110 | Introduction to the Bible: The Old Testament”
      The introductory theology course is chosen from several Bible options, including Old Testament study.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (The academic catalog's mission statement says the university relates human learning and experience to the Christian faith as confessed within its Lutheran heritage.)
    Sources (1)
    1. University Information | Concordia University, St. Paul Academic Catalogcatalog.csp.edu/university-information · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “To relate human learning and experience to the Christian faith as this faith is confessed within its Lutheran heritage;”
      The academic catalog's mission relates learning to the Christian faith.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology Major (BA Traditional) | Concordia University, St. Paul Academic Catalogcatalog.csp.edu/undergraduate/majors/theology-ba-traditional · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The major in theology is designed to prepare students who plan to attend seminary”
      A theology major is offered.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A published statement of faithYes (The university's promise statement affirms Jesus as the Christ, the cross and Scripture.)
    Sources (1)
    1. About | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/about · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “We honor Jesus as the Christ, whose atoning sacrifice on the cross allowed salvation to occur for all who believe and are baptized.”
      The university's promise statement affirms Jesus Christ as Savior.
BChristian community: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Christian community

77 of 100 points · 4 of 7 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)3 to 4 (Four named ministry staff: the University Pastor, the Ministry Associate, the Portland campus pastor and the Vice President of Faith and Ministry.)
    Sources (2)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The CSP Ministry Team is led by University Pastor Tom Gundermann and Ministry Associate Anna Gruen.”
      A University Pastor leads the CSP Ministry team.
    2. Faith & Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Rev. Dr. Mark Koschmann serves as Vice President of Faith and Ministry and Chief Mission Officer.”
      A Vice President of Faith and Ministry leads institutional mission.
      “Rev. Dr. Phil Brandt Pastor, CSP Ministry – Portland”
      A pastor serves the Portland campus through CSP Ministry.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearOne or two (Two retreat or conference events each year: the Beautiful Feet conference (fall) and the Contemplate Retreat (spring).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Solus Christus Fellows Program | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/solus-christus · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Beautiful Feet conference in the fall semester and the Contemplate Retreat in the spring semester.”
      The university holds a fall conference and a spring retreat for students.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Propel Women's Ministry and Cornerstone Men's Ministry Bible studies, an International Student Ministry, and the Solus Christus Fellows cohort.)
    Sources (1)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Cornerstone Men’s Ministry – Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Underground”
      A men's Bible study meets Tuesdays.
      “Propel Women’s Ministry – Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Living Room”
      A women's Bible study meets Tuesdays.
      “Funded through the Minnesota South District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, intentional fellowship events and Bible studies are planned throughout the academic year”
      An international student ministry plans fellowship events and Bible studies.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (Vice President of Faith and Ministry and Chief Mission Officer, a senior leader for spiritual life and mission.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faith & Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Rev. Dr. Mark Koschmann serves as Vice President of Faith and Ministry and Chief Mission Officer.”
      A Vice President of Faith and Ministry leads institutional mission.
N/AMissions and service: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Missions and service

Not enough information · 3 of 6 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service or outreach officeNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumAvailable (Service learning is available to students through the Student Life pages.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Life | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Serve our local community to help fulfill CSP’s mission of dedicated service to God and humanity.”
      Service learning in the local community is offered.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Missions trips offered to studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome (Partnerships in support of ethnic and immigrant ministries are coordinated.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Church Work Programs | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/church-work-programs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “coordinating partnerships in support of ethnic and immigrant ministries”
      The university coordinates partnerships supporting ethnic and immigrant ministries.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
    Sources (1)
    1. About | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/about · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “all within the context of the Christian Gospel”
      The university's mission is service to God and humanity within the context of the Christian Gospel.

Strengths

  • Morning chapel is held Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m., and four evening worship or prayer services are listed each week.
    Sources (1)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.”
      Morning chapel is held Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.
      “908 – Wednesday at 9:08 p.m.”
      A contemporary worship service is held Wednesday at 9:08 p.m.
      “Compline – Monday at 9:00 p.m.”
      Compline is held Monday at 9:00 p.m.
      “Holden Evening Prayer – Thursday at 9:00 p.m.”
      Evening prayer is held Thursday at 9:00 p.m.
  • The general education curriculum includes a Religion and Theology requirement, and a theology major is offered.
    Sources (2)
    1. General Education Requirements | Concordia University, St. Paul Academic Catalogcatalog.csp.edu/undergraduate/academic-information/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Religion and Theology (5-6 credits required; 3 Introductory, 2-3 Intermediate)”
      General education requires theology courses at two levels.
    2. Theology Major (BA Traditional) | Concordia University, St. Paul Academic Catalogcatalog.csp.edu/undergraduate/majors/theology-ba-traditional · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The major in theology is designed to prepare students who plan to attend seminary”
      A theology major is offered.
  • Women's and men's Bible studies, an international student ministry and the Solus Christus cohort are listed.
    Sources (2)
    1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Cornerstone Men’s Ministry – Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Underground”
      A men's Bible study meets Tuesdays.
      “Propel Women’s Ministry – Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Living Room”
      A women's Bible study meets Tuesdays.
      “Funded through the Minnesota South District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, intentional fellowship events and Bible studies are planned throughout the academic year”
      An international student ministry plans fellowship events and Bible studies.
    2. Solus Christus Fellows Program | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/solus-christus · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Beautiful Feet conference in the fall semester and the Contemplate Retreat in the spring semester.”
      The university holds a fall conference and a spring retreat for students.
  • The university states its mission in terms of service to God and humanity within the Christian Gospel.
    Sources (1)
    1. About | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/about · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “all within the context of the Christian Gospel”
      The university's mission is service to God and humanity within the context of the Christian Gospel.

Concerns

  • The introductory theology requirement can be met by one course chosen from several options; not every student takes both Old and New Testament study.
    Sources (1)
    1. General Education Requirements | Concordia University, St. Paul Academic Catalogcatalog.csp.edu/undergraduate/academic-information/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “THL 110 | Introduction to the Bible: The Old Testament”
      The introductory theology course is chosen from several Bible options, including Old Testament study.

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Campus ministry home

CSP Ministry (Graebner Memorial Chapel and the Cross of Christ Fellowship Center)

  • Address: 1282 Concordia Ave, St. Paul, MN 55104
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel, study space, lounge

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Source: csp.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, csp.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.”
    Morning chapel is held Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.
    “The CSP Ministry Team is led by University Pastor Tom Gundermann and Ministry Associate Anna Gruen.”
    A University Pastor leads the CSP Ministry team.

Christian clubs and student life

6 groups and regular activities · 5 on campus, 1 off campus

Retreats 2

  • Contemplate RetreatOff campus
    Spring semester
    Spring retreat connected with the Solus Christus program.
    csp.edu
  • Beautiful Feet conferenceOn campus
    Fall semester
    Student-planned conference focused on outreach and missions, rotating among Concordia University System campuses.
    csp.edu

Faith formation 1

  • Solus Christus FellowsOn campus
    Weekly during the academic year
    Small-group mentoring program that discusses readings on faith, learning and vocation.
    csp.edu

Clubs and groups 3

  • Propel Women's MinistryOn campus
    Tuesdays 7:30 PM
    Women's Bible study in the Living Room.
    csp.edu
  • Cornerstone Men's MinistryOn campus
    Tuesdays 7:30 PM
    Men's Bible study in the Underground.
    csp.edu
  • International Student MinistryOn campus
    Fellowship events and Bible studies for international students.
    csp.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Chapel, worship and prayer

Confirm with the campus ministry

Chapel 1

  • Monday–Friday11:00 AMGraebner Memorial Chapel · Morning chapel, recorded from the CSP Ministry page.

Worship night 1

  • Wednesday9:08 PMCampus · 908 contemporary worship service; location not stated.

Prayer 3

  • Monday9:00 PMCampus · Compline; location not stated.
  • Tuesday9:00 PMCampus · Taizé / Contemplative service; location not stated.
  • Thursday9:00 PMCampus · Holden Evening Prayer; location not stated.

Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. CSP Ministry | Concordia University, St. Paulcsp.edu/faith-ministry/ministry · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.”
    Morning chapel is held Monday through Friday at 11:00 a.m.
    “Compline – Monday at 9:00 p.m.”
    Compline is held Monday at 9:00 p.m.
    “Compline – Monday at 9:00 p.m.”
    Compline is held Monday at 9:00 p.m.
    “908 – Wednesday at 9:08 p.m.”
    A contemporary worship service is held Wednesday at 9:08 p.m.
    “Holden Evening Prayer – Thursday at 9:00 p.m.”
    Evening prayer is held Thursday at 9:00 p.m.

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What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Family incomePrice after aid
Up to $30,000$16,406
$30,001–$48,000$16,794
$48,001–$75,000$16,826
$75,001–$110,000$19,135
Over $110,000$23,295

Full cost of attendance before aid: $37,239 a year.

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Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
3,146
Men and women
College Scorecard, fall 2023
Men 33% · Women 67%
First-generation students
College Scorecard
34%
First-year students from another state
IPEDS, fall 2023
14%
Total students5,854
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$18,462
Cost of attendance (per year)$37,239
Median federal debt at graduation$17,832
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
46%
Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients
College Scorecard, within 6 years
47%
Graduation rate for first-generation students
College Scorecard, within 6 years
50%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years
College Scorecard, within 3 years
61%
First-year retention67%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$59,871
Admission rate79%
Application fee
IPEDS, 2023–24
No application fee
Typical rent
HUD fair market rent, FY2026
About $1,405 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants35%

Value index: 70 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

MajorMedian earnings
Computer science$105,577
Nursing$93,347
Human resources$79,708
Business administration$77,037
Marketing$76,183
Health administration$75,912
Criminal justice$73,060
Accounting$70,669
Biology$69,651
Family and human development$55,294
Psychology$52,447
Kinesiology and exercise science$49,571
Teacher education$40,801

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Allied health, Applied mathematics, Arts management, Chemistry, Communication studies, Design, English, Finance, Fine arts, General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations, History, Hospitality management, Information technology, International business, Liberal arts, Mathematics, Music, Public Policy Analysis, Public health, Public relations, Rehabilitation and therapy, Religious Music and Worship, Secondary education, Sociology, Software and media applications, Teaching English as a second language, Theatre, Theology.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

FieldShare of degrees
Health professions41%
Business17%
Parks, recreation and fitness11%
Psychology8%
Computer and information sciences4%

Campus facts

School colors
SettingCity
Part-time undergraduates23%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older31%
On-campus room and board (per year)$13,932
SportsNCAA Division II · Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
ROTCArmy · Air Force
Study abroadOffered
Students per faculty member16 to 1
Undergraduates registered with the disability officeAbout 4%IPEDS, 2023–24
Disability servicesVisit the office’s pageThe college’s own page
Faculty who are full-time22%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Endowment per student$8,981IPEDS, 2023, per student
Dorm spaceFor about 17% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline serviceMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP)About 6 miles away · about 20 minutes by car
Town population307,284Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or moreSt. PaulIn or next to this city
Typical weather15°F in January · 73°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from St Paul 3 SW, MN

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

CategoryThis campusU.S. rate
Rape0.000.07
Robbery0.000.01
Aggravated assault0.000.04
Burglary0.000.08
Motor vehicle theft0.000.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Christian churches nearby

Map of Concordia University-Saint Paul, its Christian center and nearby Christian churches0.25 miCSP Ministry (Graebner Memorial Chapel and the Cross of Christ Fellowship Center): 0.1 miConcordia University-Saint Paul (campus)N0.1 mi
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No Christian churches are mapped in OpenStreetMap within 3 miles. The map may be incomplete; check a local church directory.

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Questions families ask

Is Concordia University-Saint Paul a Christian college?
Yes. Concordia University-Saint Paul is a Christian college. Its sponsor is The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
What is Concordia University-Saint Paul’s Compass Score?
74 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is chapel held at Concordia University-Saint Paul?
Chapel is listed at Graebner Memorial Chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

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  • IPEDS unit ID 173328
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger programs)
  • Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
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