At Concordia, our adult admissions process mirrors our Adult Accelerated Degree program—focused, straightforward and supportive. Our adult program staff and admission counselors understand the unique challenges you face and we are here to support you every step of the way. In fact, stop by our campus any day or attend an Open House and meet with an adult admission counselor who can answer your questions about the application process, degrees offered, financial aid, and take you on a tour of our campus.
Accelerated Degree Open House
When: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at 6PM
Where: Krenz Academic Center/Yeager Room
Refreshments will be served
Walk-In Wednesdays
Want to learn more? Please stop by Wednesday evenings, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, to meet with an admission counselor. We will provide you with information we think might be of value to you and answer any specific questions you have.
In the meantime, here is some info you need to know:
What is the application deadline?
We have a rolling application deadline for adult students. Call today and start tomorrow!
How do I apply?
You can contact us to request application materials and speak with Adult Education Specialist Amy Bates or Adult Education Admission Recruiter John Sprague at 914.337.9300, x2142. Or, you print out the application materials on your home computer by clicking on the links below:
- Information Request Form
- Print Application for Admission to Apply by Mail
- Or visit campus today and we’ll personally assist you
You’ll also need to provide a $25 application fee, non-refundable $100 deposit, résumé, high school transcripts—if no college credit was obtained, and official copy of transcripts from all colleges attended.
What are the admissions guidelines?
For students applying for the accelerated B.S., B.A., or A.A. degree programs, the following admission requirements apply::
- At least 25+ years of age
- Five (5) years of relevant work experience
- Sixty (60) college credits (college courses with a grade of ‘C’ or higher) to enroll in the B.S or B.A. degree program—students with fewer than 60 credits may enrollin the A.A. program
- Applicants to the A.A. degree program also must submit an official high school transcript if fewer than 28 transferable credits
How much is tuition?
The current cost (2007/2008) of an Adult Education class is $375 per credit, most classes are 3 credits.
Will my credits transfer?
Work presented for transfer must be from accredited colleges and is subject to final evaluation by the College Registrar’s Office.
- The overall GPA will be calculated by the College Registrar. Courses with grades of C or higher will be accepted for transfer but will be calculated into the GPA for admission decision purposes.
- College-level courses in which students earned a 2.0/C (GPA) or higher will be accepted in transfer from regionally accredited colleges and universities. A maximum of 75 semester credits may be transferred in.
Concordia also accepts CLEP, military credits, and life experience.
Can I gain college credit for work experience?
Concordia College recognizes that adults have prior learning experiences that have produced significant learning opportunities. These experiences may be evaluated by means of a formalized petition process called “Validated Learning Experience.”
How long does the program take?
In order to graduate with a Bachelors degree in Business Administration or Behavioral Sciences a student needs 122 credits total. To graduate with an Associate’s degree, a student needs 65 credits total. All classes are taught in an accelerated format—one night a week for 4 – 6 weeks with featured Saturdays. Beyond the program’s requirements, additional classes may be needed depending on the number of transferable credits. It’s individual… so let us work with you to determine your graduation plan.
When can I start?
Classes start in September and January for the major core requirements. Electives, core, and prerequisite classes can start at any time. Contact the Office of Admission today, and we will determine your start date based on personal situation.
I have been out of school for at least 10 or more years. Will I be able to handle the demands of family, work, and school?
Most adult students find that going back to school is an adjustment at first; rearranging family time and work schedules will require flexibility. The classes meet one evening a week from 6 to 10 pm and courses meet for 4 – 6 weeks. Adult students find the pace of classes manageable and conducive to learning while balancing multiple commitments.