Founded in 1864, Concordia University Chicago is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium-sized town of River Forest (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Illinois.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Concordia University Chicago (CUC) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Lutheran religion. Concordia University Chicago (CUC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 156 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades.  The admission rate range is 50-60% making this US higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. 