The purpose of Concordia College is to influence the affairs of the world by sending into society thoughtful and informed men and women dedicated to the Christian life. Concordia College is a private liberal arts college in Moorhead, Minnesota. Founded in 1891, the institution is now a community of more than 2,100 students who come from 37 states and 28 countries and represent 39 religions and denominations. Concordia employs 166 full-time faculty including NSF scientists, award-winning composers and writers, and national experts in a wide range of fields. Concordia College challenges students to think critically, discover their passions and engage responsibly in the world.