Concordia Nebraska announces Direct Admission Program for LCMS high school graduates
Seward, NE (02/27/2026) — Concordia University, Nebraska and the Concordia University System (CUS) recently announced a new Direct Admission Program for students who are graduating from a Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod (LCMS) high school. The program is effective immediately and available for current class of 2026 seniors considering fall 2026 enrollment.
"It is moments like these when I am so grateful for the partnership in the Gospel that exists among other schools in the Concordia University System," said Concordia Nebraska President and Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies and Director of Academic Ventures Dr. Bernard Bull. "This is an inspiring example of how we can come together to accomplish something that can be a great blessing to students across the country."
In addition to Concordia Nebraska, other participating universities include Concordia University Chicago, Concordia University St. Paul and Concordia University Wisconsin.
"To all our LCMS high school students, I would like to say, CUS universities are your universities. Direct Admit is a great way for you to continue your studies at a university committed to the Lutheran confession of the Gospel of Jesus Christ," said Concordia University System President Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy. "If you are considering college, consider attending a Concordia University System school. Direct Admit makes your move to college easier than ever."
Inquiries and questions related to the direct admit program may be directed to Concordia Nebraska Associate Vice President of Undergraduate Admissions Aaron Roberts at aaron.roberts@cune.edu. Further information on Concordia Nebraska admission timelines, campus visits and financial aid is available at cune.edu.
About Concordia University, Nebraska
Concordia University, Nebraska, founded in 1894, is a fully accredited, coeducational university of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod located in Seward, Nebraska, which currently serves more than 1,700 students. Concordia offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in an excellent academic and Christ-centered community that equips men and women for lives of learning, service and leadership in the church and world. For more information, visit cune.edu.
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