Concordia University Irvine
Higher EducationCalifornia, United States1001-5000 Employees
Concordia University Irvine is a non-profit Lutheran Christian liberal arts university in Irvine, California. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across fields such as education, nursing, theology, business, and athletics administration, with a distinctive core curriculum and a community rooted in the Lutheran tradition. As part of the Concordia University System, it is a private, NCAA Division II institution enrolling more than 4,000 students and has been recognized as a U.S. News Top Tier Regional University. The university positions itself within the higher education landscape with a focus on vocation and service. In 2026, Concordia Irvine announced the appointment of a new head basketball coach for its men's program, reflecting ongoing athletic program development.