Teach, Lead, and Make a Difference

Alexia Jones (’18), teaches children in a Milwaukee school classroom

Whether you’re beginning your journey as a teacher or advancing your career in education, Concordia University Wisconsin offers accredited, flexible programs designed to help you grow academically, professionally, and in service to others. We prepare educators who see their work not just as a career, but as a calling.

Our programs empower individuals who are:

  • Preparing to become licensed teachers for the first time
  • Expanding their expertise with additional licenses or certifications
  • Stepping into leadership roles in schools and districts
  • Strengthening their ability to serve students, families, and communities

At CUW, you’ll receive personal support from caring faculty, practical training rooted in real classroom needs, and mission-driven preparation that forms educators to lead with clarity, compassion, and purpose.

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Explore our Wisconsin educator programs

Administration

  • MS: Principal Licensure #5051
  • MS: Director of Special Education & Pupil Services Licensure #5080
  • MS: Director of Instruction Licensure #5010
  • MS: School Business Administrator Licensure #5008
  • District Administrator (formerly Superintendent) Licensure #5003

Graduate (MS)

  • Early Childhood & Elementary Education Initial Licensure #2088
  • Special Education Initial Licensure #2801
  • Elementary Education Initial Licensure #2088
  • Secondary Education Initial Licensure
  • Family Life

Add-On Licenses & Certifications

  • Cross-Categorical Special Education Add-On Licensure (K–12) #2801
  • Athletic Administrator Certification
  • Alternative Education Add-On License #1952

Counseling

  • MS: School Counseling Licensure #7054
  • MS: Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Literacy

  • MS: Reading Teacher Licensure #1316
  • MS: Reading Specialist Licensure #5017

Undergraduate (BA)

  • Special Education (Cross-Categorical) Licensure #2801
  • Secondary Education – English & Language Arts Licensure #2300
  • Secondary Education – Social Studies Licensure #2700
  • Secondary Education – Mathematics Licensure #2400
  • Elementary Education Licensure #2088
  • Early Childhood Education Licensure #1777

Doctorate

  • EdD: Leadership in Innovation and Continuous Improvement (LICI)
  • PhD: Leadership in Innovation and Continuous Improvement (LICI)

Program Highlights

Online

Flexible, online format

Transfer Credits
Up to 84 credits for undergraduate credits, and up to 50% of graduate credits if approved by program director
Easy Admission Steps

No GRE or admissions test required

Funding your education

Concordia's payment plan allows you to break tuition into automatic monthly payments

We know that paying for your graduate degree is an important factor when choosing a school. Scholarships and financial aid are available for qualifying students. Contact the Graduate Information Office to talk more about the key factors to consider.

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Bachelor's Programs
$500/credit
Master's Programs
$735/credit
Doctoral Programs
$960/credit
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