Adult Accelerated Admissions

Yes, absolutely! In order to apply, you must be a high-school graduate or have a GED. Click here to apply.

It’s easy. Locate your previous school on the internet. Search transcripts. Details will be provided on how to order official transcripts. Your accelerated admission counselor will also be happy to help you find the link to your previous school.

No, don't delay, start your application today.

• A completed online CUW Adult Accelerated application. Click here to apply.
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
• Official high school transcript if less than 60 earned college credits.
• If you are an active-duty military person or a Veteran, an official Joint Service Transcript (JST) or Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Transcript. For military service before 1981, a DD 214 document must be provided.

What programs are available virtually or online? Click here to see our accelerated programs.

Accelerated classes are offered in two formats. The first format is virtual, and the second format is online.

For most programs, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year. Our virtual courses and online courses are on an 8-week rotation. These rotations provide students the opportunity to start during a time of year that works best for them. Connect with an accelerated admission counselor for the next start date!

Concordia accepts up to a maximum of 84 semester credits with earned grades of “D” or higher from regionally accredited four-year colleges/universities toward equivalent requirements of a bachelor’s degree and 42 semester credits toward an associate’s degree. A maximum of 64 semester credits will be accepted in a transfer from regionally accredited two-year colleges/universities. Unofficial transfer credit evaluations can be provided before completing an application. If interested, email an unofficial copy of your transcript(s) to your accelerated admission counselor

Good question! Depending on the number of credits you transfer to Concordia and your class schedule, you could graduate in 1½ years. If you’re a new accelerated student with no transfer credits, you will graduate in 5 years if you’re taking virtual courses and 6½ years if you’re taking online courses. These graduation time frames assume you are enrolled in a course each term.

Once a student is admitted to their accelerated degree program, the student will partner with an Academic and Career Advisor (ACA) who will help the student navigate the student portal, Blackboard, Concordia Central, the Handshake career platform, library resources, textbook options, tutoring, and registration processes. Attendance policies and course add/drop procedures will also be discussed with the student. The ACA walks beside the new student to assist the student in getting started with their courses and then remains available to provide that extra support many students need. The ACA stands ready to assist, connect, and mentor each student in their uncommon academic journey!

Instructors teaching accelerated classes are world-class, passionate, educated individuals well versed and knowledgeable about their course content. Instructors offer real-world experience and help students connect coursework with relevant real-time experiences. Concordia’s instructors provide personal attention to each student and are committed to helping each student develop in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world.

For most programs, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year. Our virtual courses and online courses are on an 8-week rotation. This provides students the opportunity to start during a time of year that works best for them. Connect with an accelerated admission counselor for the next start date!

Although students are able to take more than one class at a time, our courses are designed to be accelerated. We encourage you to take one class your first term. However, if you desire to take additional courses at once, you will be assigned an Academic and Career Advisor who will be able to assist you.

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) of experiential learning allows accepted students to seek credit by documenting college-level knowledge and competence acquired outside a classroom setting. Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Workshops are conducted online for accepted students.

Yes, if you are interested in accessing financial aid, Concordia University Wisconsin’s school code is 003842. Make sure you are applying for the academic aid year in which you will be attending.

Those students who are no longer eligible for financial aid have other options:

• Your employer might offer tuition reimbursement. Check with your employer about your options.
• If you are an active-duty military person or veteran, there are options for you. Visit CUW’s military/veteran page.
• Uncommon Scholarships are available exclusively for adult and post-traditional learners. Please click here to see CUW's Uncommon Scholarships page.
• We offer payment plans to help assist with your tuition payments.
• Payments can be made with a check or credit card. The transaction fee for all credit card payments will be 1.38%.

Please check with your employer to find out if tuition reimbursement is an option. Also, if your employer is interested in becoming a Business Community Partner connect with your accelerated admission counselor for assistance.

Uncommon Scholarships are available exclusively for adult and post-traditional learners. We also offer a scholarship for students who have earned an associate degree at one of the Wisconsin Technical College System schools. Please click here to see CUW's Uncommon Scholarships.

If you are an active-duty military person or veteran, there are options for you. Visit CUW’s military/veteran page.