Take Your Next Step With Confidence
Whether you’re pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree or taking your education further with a graduate degree or certificate, our admissions team is here to help you get started. You’ll find admission requirements for each degree level below, as well as information for transfer and international students.
Here’s what you need to know before you apply:
- Applying is free.
- GRE/GMAT scores are not required.
- Free transfer credit evaluations are available.
A student must submit the following items before the admissions office can process the application:
- Online application
- Final and official transcripts from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 based on a 4.0 system.
- If you have attended a MNSCU college or university, we also ask that you provide an official accompanying DARS or MnTC goal area worksheet.
- Transfer students with fewer than 20 college credits completed will also need to submit an official high school transcript.
- Students pursuing a bachelor’s program who do not meet initial degree admissions criteria may be asked to complete an academic success essay and/or provide additional documentation.
A student must submit the following items before the admissions office can process the application:
- Online Application
- Official transcripts from an accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education stating the conferral of a bachelor’s degree or higher, or a comparable degree from outside the U.S. with a minimum GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 system.
- Other requirements:
- Access to a computer that meets CSP Global’s technology requirements.
- Some graduate programs may require additional materials. Please refer to the program page for details.
- Students who do not meet initial admissions criteria may be asked to complete the academic success essay and/or provide additional documentation.
Admissions requirements vary by program. Please refer to your program page for details.
Visit our CSP Global International Students page to find graduate programs available to students seeking an F-1 visa.
Make the most of your time by transferring your credits to a flexible, accelerated degree program at CSP Global. Use the online course transfer system Transferology to determine how your courses will transfer to CSP Global.
We’re proud to partner with institutions that add value to the degrees we offer and to the students they serve. Find out more about these unique offerings on our program pages:
Admissions Decisions
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Accepted Students
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Financial Aid
Lock in your tuition—your rate won’t change as long as you stay continuously enrolled in your degree program.
Explore financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, and employer tuition assistance.
Our team is here to help! Connect with a financial aid counselor to find the best options for you.
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Explore Financial Aid Options
Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to see if you qualify for federal financial aid.
CSP Global awards a variety of generous scholarships to support you as you pursue your degree. View scholarship options and eligibility details on our scholarships page.
Employees and staff members of partner institutions are eligible to receive a $2,000 Concordia St. Paul Scholarship and priority admission status when they enroll in any accelerated undergraduate or graduate degree program at Concordia University, St. Paul. Eligibility varies based on program.
Need-based grants are available to qualifying students.
Grants include:
- Federal Pell Grant
- Minnesota State Grant
- Minnesota Child Care Grant
- TEACH
Grant Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and send it to CSP using our code (002347) to determine your eligibility.
As a Military Friendly® and Yellow Ribbon school, CSP Global is committed to maximizing your military benefits by offering one-on-one support, special military tuition rates, flexible education, and transfer credits for military service. Learn More on our Military Students Page.
The SEAT Program at CSP is open to persons of color with financial need looking to pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree in teacher licensure programs. To qualify, you must be a Minnesota resident admitted to Concordia St. Paul with a demonstrated financial need through FAFSA.
Upon acceptance to the university, your admissions counselor will provide a link to the SEAT program application, and you will need to attend an interview with the Program Director.
Federal and private loans are available to support students financially. Determine your eligibility for federal loans by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and sending it to CSP using our code (002347). Explore private loan options using the FASTChoice tool.