Student Application Checklist
For Master's and Doctoral Education Programs
Thank you for your interest in OAESA Concordia Chicago's Online Master's and Doctoral Programs.
To reserve a seat in the cohort we will need your application, registration, and $60 application fee (Includes 1-year OAESA Associate Membership). These items are found in Steps 1-3 and can be completed by clicking the button(s) next to each step.
Application for Graduate Admission
Complete and submit the cohort application by clicking the button.
Graduation Registration Form
Complete the graduate cohort registration form by clicking the button.
Application Fee (Includes 1-year OAESA Associate Membership)
Please click the button to submit your non-refundable $60 application fee. The link will take you directly to OAESA-CUC’s secure online payment form.
Once your seat has been reserved, please follow the remaining steps to complete your admissions file:
Financial Aid & Payment Options
If using Financial Aid, Complete the FAFSA online. It is in your best interest to complete the financial aid process as early as possible.
If using financial aid, click the button for more information.
Letter(s) of Recommendation
The easiest and fastest way to request a recommendation is to use our online system by clicking the button. This will allow us to e-mail reference forms directly to your recommender on your behalf. Letters should be from individuals able to comment on your academic potential, personal character, and competence and effectiveness in professional work.
Official Transcripts
Transcripts must be sent directly to CUC from the college or university where you received your degree(s). Arrange for official, sealed transcripts to be sent to:
Concordia University Chicago
Office of Graduate Admission & Student Services
7400 Augusta Street
River Forest, IL 60305-1499
Please email official electronic transcripts to:
grad.admission@cuchicago.edu
Objective Statement
This statement should include information on your future educational goals and/or objectives and their relationship to pursuing graduate work at Concordia. Please upload your completed essay by clicking the button.
Teaching License
Submit a copy of your teaching license by clicking the button. You may fax a copy of the front and back of your certificate to 800-504-7618 if you prefer.
Doctoral Students Only: Complete steps 9 & 10 below.
Professional Resume
Submit a copy of your professional resume by clicking the button. You may also email your resume to Tom Richards at mkaminska@graduateprogram.org or fax to 800-504-7618.
Test Scores
Please submit Miller Analogies Test (MAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores from an exam taken within the last three years to Concordia University Chicago.
Ohio licensure students only:
Employment Verification Form
Please submit the required Employment Verification form to be completed by your employment supervisor or applicable school/district human resources employee. Your employment verification must indicate two full years of teaching experience for the Ohio Principal Licensure programs and the Ohio Teacher Leader programs. Two years of successful administrative experience is required prior to enrolling in a program leading to Ohio Superintendent Licensure.
Application Information
The University strictly limits class size to 18 students and accepts reservations on a first-come, first-served basis.