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General Contact
- School Code: 319100
- Phone: (503) 281-4181
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
57.31%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
22FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$15,677Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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ESL Degree
Professionals who elect to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) is a field of study focused on teaching the English language to individuals with a different native language. The priority order in the name ESL is only intended to address the chronological order in which the languages were acquired not the importance of either language. Get more details below including other Oregon colleges that offer esl degrees.
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Concordia University – Portland
1425 NE Irving Street, Bldg 300, Portland, OR
Concordia University – Portland, located in Portland, Oregon, was founded in 1905 to assist and meet the needs of members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. The school transformed into a university over the years, offering a variety of programs and areas of study to assist in a student's personal development.
The school enrolls approximately 2000 students annually, primarily from the Pacific Northwest. Concordia University is a Christian university dedicated to the preparation of leaders and the transformation of society, and as such employs a dedicated staff and faculty to realize those goals.
Academics
Concordia University offers a variety of academic options for students, beginning with certificate programs all the way to graduate level programs. The school offers career training programs that result in an associate degree, or more traditional options that confer a bachelor's degree upon completion. The school has established itself as providing options for students, and thus does not limit itself in the types of educational opportunities it may provide.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Concordia University - Portland should submit a completed application, including standardized test scores, transcripts, recommendations and essay. The supplied material will be reviewed by the school, resulting in a final decision upon completion.
Once admissions status is determined, the student will be notified, and if admitted additional information will be provided to prepare the student for his or her college experience. Certificate and associate level admissions utilize an open enrollment policy and graduate programs each have their own admissions requirements which should be reviewed and met prior to applying.
Financial aid must be applied for prior to the start of each academic year through the submission of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used by the school to determine a student's financial needs and aid program eligibility, such as for grants, loans, work study programs and scholarships.
Students Enrolled in the ESL Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Concordia University – Portland has offered the following programs for students:
- Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Post-Baccalaureate Certificate | 36 |
Master's Degree | 9 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 12 |
Female | 33 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 31 |
Multiple Races | 3 |
Non Resident Alien | 2 |
Unknown | 7 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the ESL program at Concordia University – Portland, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Description
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Concordia University – Portland accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Concordia University – Portland may provide student services including:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Concordia University – Portland is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Great Northeast Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball