Concordia is a Christian liberal arts university, one of 10 owned and operated by The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. A student-centered focus creates a caring, supportive and energetic environment, making the university a place that stands out for its warmth, character and academic strength.
The mission of Concordia University, St. Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian Gospel.
The vision of Concordia University, St. Paul is to be an exemplary Christian university. Concordia St. Paul, an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, will be an educational community where the Good News of the Christian faith provides the context for intellectual inquiry and committed service to society.