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Get your degree in your own backyard.

A few reasons to continue your education in Fargo-Moorhead:

Access to career opportunities. There are so many amazing internships in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Check out some Cobber experiences.
A tightknit community and strong alumni network long after you graduate.
Vibrant student life. Be as involved as you want. The options are endless as you find your people at Concordia.

Reasons to Stay in Fargo-Moorhead for College

If you’re a high school student in the Fargo-Moorhead area, here are a few reasons why you might want to stay close to home as your start your college journey.

Students Learning Local

Tyrell Setness ’21, Fargo, N.D.

"I chose Concordia for the opportunity to play basketball and because of the large selection of majors. One benefit of being close to home is that I know where everything is and I can show my other friends around."

Brenna Mjoness ’22, Moorhead

Major: Business Marketing

"I chose Concordia because I wanted my family to be able to watch me play college hockey and many family members loved their Cobber experience. Concordia has a family-like community, which made it an easy transition from high school to college."

Sofia Perez ’22, Moorhead

Major: Multimedia Journalism

"There are many different clubs and organizations to explore. It surprised me how engaged Concordia students are and I love that I can also be part of that."

Nigaba “Oli” Olivier ’22, West Fargo, N.D.

Major/Minor: Computer Science; Art

"I transferred to Concordia after one year at another school because I would not only be able to play college soccer but also for the high standard of education. Time management has allowed me to find balance as a student-athlete."

Sophie Newcomb ’21, Moorhead

Major/Minors: Communication Studies; Psychology and English Writing

"Choosing Concordia was a great decision financially. The cost of living in the F-M area is much more reasonable than the cost of living at other institutions I had considered."

Claire Holland ’21, Moorhead

Major/Concentrations: Business; Healthcare Financial Management and Healthcare Leadership

"After one semester at NDSU, I transferred to Concordia for the small class sizes, well-rounded academic curriculum, and notoriety in the community."

Avyan Mejdeen ’22, Moorhead

"I came to campus multiple times growing up, which allowed me to get to know professors before I even officially toured campus. Concordia’s professors were willing to learn about differing perspectives than their own – more than faculty I met when visiting other colleges."

Top Factors to Consider When Choosing a College

To make the process of finding the right school a little less stressful, here are a few key things to consider in your search.