Concordia College at Moorhead
About Concordia College at Moorhead
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Concordia College at Moorhead is a private Lutheran college in Moorhead, Minnesota, across from Fargo, North Dakota. It offers programs in business, biology, nursing, and languages, with a strong music tradition and high study-abroad participation.
Founded
1891
Location
Moorhead, Minnesota
Students
1,900
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
62.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
61.1%
Near national average
Tuition
$31,170
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,902
After financial aid
SAT Average
1190
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$59,317
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
62.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Concordia College at Moorhead accepts 62.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1190/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
61.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.6%
4-Year Grad
71%
6-Year Grad
74%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
72.4%
$/Student
$13.0K
Class Size
Medium
71% graduate in 4 years, and 83.6% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$31,170
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,530
Books & Supplies
$900
Total Cost of Attendance
$45,942
After Financial Aid
$24,902
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,950
Receive Grants
19.1%
Take Loans
53.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $45,942/yr, including $12,530 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,902.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Concordia College at Moorhead fund their education.
While in School
19.1%
Get Grants
Free money
53.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$87,417
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,847
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$285/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,847 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $59K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Concordia College at Moorhead.
Gender
53.1%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,829
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
71
Graduates
12.7%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
3.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 5.9% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
1,829
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Concordia College at Moorhead fields 14 varsity teams with 689 student athletes, about 38% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Minnesota
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
689
38% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
421
Men
268
Women
11
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Concordia College at Moorheadearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$59,317
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
80 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$30K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$48K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$32K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$42K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $59K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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