Concordia Nebraska announces preferred partnership with Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools
Seward, NE (01/16/2026) — Concordia University, Nebraska today announced that it has partnered with the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) to offer the university's Studia Vitae continuing education units (CEUs), single graduate courses, graduate certificates and full graduate degree programs to the group's members at a lower preferred partner rate. Individuals affiliated with eligible preferred partners such as TAPPS receive exclusive tuition discounts and enjoy mission alignment through courses and programs that advance the shared priorities of both organizations.
"TAPPS proudly announces our partnership with Concordia University, Nebraska to expand our relationship in 2026," said TAPPS Executive Director Bryan Bunselmeyer. "The opportunity to offer the university's Studia Vitae continuing education units (CEUs), single graduate courses, graduate certificates and full graduate degree programs aligned with the TAPPS and our member school missions at a discounted rate provides our TAPPS stakeholders with a valuable resource."
The Concordia Nebraska preferred partner program is a unique collaboration opportunity that makes high-quality, faith-based education more affordable and accessible, empowering preferred partner employees and members to grow in knowledge, strengthen your vocation and serve others with excellence.
"We are delighted to partner with TAPPS in our ongoing effort to provide world-class and Christ-centered learning opportunities that help advance the mission and positive impact of schools throughout the state of Texas," said Concordia Nebraska President and Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies and Director of Academic Ventures Dr. Bernard Bull.
Eligible individuals of preferred partner organizations can access their benefits by indicating their active membership or employment status during the graduate course or graduate program application process or during the CEU course registration process.
Concordia Nebraska's preferred partnerships offer lasting value to participating organizations, offering special tuition pricing and Christ-centered education that strengthens vocations and serves the church and world. Concordia Nebraska's custom learning opportunities are designed to meet the unique needs of partner organizations.
Concordia University, Nebraska's preferred partners program creates meaningful connections with Lutheran and Christian organizations that share the university's mission. The university welcomes conversations with additional schools, ministries and associations interested in joining this partnership network.
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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