Concordia is not a large school at all. This means that all of the classes are very personal, for example my largest class consisted of 30 people. Therefore all of my teachers knew my name, kept in contact with me via E-mail, kept me updated on assignment, even went and had a cup of coffee with me from time to time. Every aspect of the class room was very personal which made learning much easier!
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
Coming from California the transition from state to state was rough, but Concordia really helped me become involved not only in the school and my community but it also allowed me to quickly get comfortable with the city. Concordia is a small school (roughly 2500-3000 students) so getting to know people was incredibly easy! Though it rains a lot that never stops me or anyone i know from having a great time. Concordia is located in between PSU, UP, PCC, and several other schools within a 25 mile radius so new people are always around and coming up to the school whether it be for sporting events or just to visit. Also the school is a 5-10 minute drive from downtown so even though the school itself is in the suburbs entertainment is never far, plus the school always has discounted events (everything from Halloween Corn Mazes to Portland Trailblazer games) going on with free transportation provided!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Concordia is a great school and though it is expensive in my opinion it is well worth at least MOST of the money. The only thing i have room to complain about is the meal plan (The cafeteria is open only a few hours a day and around the end of the year blocks [method of paying for food] tend to get tight), other than that the rooms are still the largest i have seen out of all the colleges I have visited, the events are fun and ALWAYS going on, sporting events are free to students and fun to go to (we have very good teams and athletes), Classes are personal and easy to work with, the staff is amazing and every other aspect of the College Experience is well represented!
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
My only tip is to send in an application! Even if you are only considering it. The Application is free and if you do decide to go give the campus a visit! Tours are given regularly by students who know the area as well as the school.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Hands on and personal learners. Adventurous people who are social (as our school is full of fun people that love to go places and do things!) and fun loving! Also if you are looking for great sports teams our NAIA division teams are amazing with great coaches!
Concordia is not a large school at all. This means that all of the classes are very personal, for example my largest class consisted of 30 people. Therefore all of my teachers knew my name, kept in contact with me via E-mail, kept me updated on assignment, even went and had a cup of coffee with me from time to time. Every aspect of the class room was very personal which made learning much easier!
Coming from California the transition from state to state was rough, but Concordia really helped me become involved not only in the school and my community but it also allowed me to quickly get comfortable with the city. Concordia is a small school (roughly 2500-3000 students) so getting to know people was incredibly easy! Though it rains a lot that never stops me or anyone i know from having a great time. Concordia is located in between PSU, UP, PCC, and several other schools within a 25 mile radius so new people are always around and coming up to the school whether it be for sporting events or just to visit. Also the school is a 5-10 minute drive from downtown so even though the school itself is in the suburbs entertainment is never far, plus the school always has discounted events (everything from Halloween Corn Mazes to Portland Trailblazer games) going on with free transportation provided!
Concordia is a great school and though it is expensive in my opinion it is well worth at least MOST of the money. The only thing i have room to complain about is the meal plan (The cafeteria is open only a few hours a day and around the end of the year blocks [method of paying for food] tend to get tight), other than that the rooms are still the largest i have seen out of all the colleges I have visited, the events are fun and ALWAYS going on, sporting events are free to students and fun to go to (we have very good teams and athletes), Classes are personal and easy to work with, the staff is amazing and every other aspect of the College Experience is well represented!
My only tip is to send in an application! Even if you are only considering it. The Application is free and if you do decide to go give the campus a visit! Tours are given regularly by students who know the area as well as the school.
Hands on and personal learners. Adventurous people who are social (as our school is full of fun people that love to go places and do things!) and fun loving! Also if you are looking for great sports teams our NAIA division teams are amazing with great coaches!