CSP Doctoral Discount Program

An agreement between Concordia University Chicago (CUC) and Concordia University St. Paul (CSP) makes CUC’s doctoral programs more affordable and accessible to continuing students who have completed a master’s degree at CSP. Concordia University St. Paul students who meet eligibility and admission requirements will receive a discounted tuition rate with special admission consideration. As fellow members of the Concordia University System, CUC and CSP share a commitment to prepare individuals to serve as Christian leaders for the Church, community and world through a Lutheran lens. 

To be eligible for the doctoral discount program, Concordia St. Paul students must use the “Apply Now” link on this page; under the category “Partnership Programs,” please select “Concordia St. Paul (CSP)/CUC Doctoral Program.”

Eligible Programs

• PhD, Curriculum and Instruction
• PhD, Early Childhood Education
• PhD, Educational Leadership
• PhD, Education Technology
• PhD, Gerontology
• PhD, Health and Human Performance
• PhD, Higher Education
• PhD, Organizational Leadership
• PhD, Reading, Language and Literacy
• PhD, Special Education
• PhD, Sports Management and Administration
• PhD, Teacher Leadership
• Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA)

Program Benefits

• 20% tuition reduction
• GRE/MAT waived
• CUC’s PhD programs are offered 100% online, allowing our students flexible scheduling and access to learning from anywhere in the world.

Admission Requirements

• Master’s degree with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA.
• Doctoral application for admission.
• Official academic transcripts from institutions where degrees were earned.
• Fulfillment of specific program requirements (experience requirements, licensure, etc.).
• Rationale statement, including your personal goals in applying for admission to the program.
• Letters of recommendation from Concordia St. Paul Dean and department chair or professor.
• Admission requirements for the Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) differ from other programs; please view DBA program sheet for details.