Concordia University-Wisconsin
About Concordia University-Wisconsin
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Concordia University-Wisconsin is a private Lutheran university in Mequon, Wisconsin, on the shores of Lake Michigan. It offers programs in nursing, business, education, and rehabilitation sciences, with both on-campus and online options.
Founded
1881
Location
Mequon, Wisconsin
Students
5,049
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
78.2%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
68.4%
Near national average
Tuition
$35,470
Per year
Avg Net Price
$36,201
After financial aid
SAT Average
1190
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$56,075
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts the majority of applicants at 78.2%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1190/ 1600
Average: 1190 out of 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
68.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
78.1%
4-Year Grad
41%
6-Year Grad
60%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$10.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 41% graduation rate is below average, but 78.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$35,470
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,200
Books & Supplies
$2,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,315
After Financial Aid
$36,201
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$34,991
Receive Grants
26.7%
Take Loans
60.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $53,315/yr, including $13,200 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $36,201.
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 University-Wisconsin fund their education.
While in School
26.7%
Get Grants
Free money
60.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$58,748
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$273/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,750 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $56K 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 University-Wisconsin.
Gender
60.2%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,197
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,852
Graduates
31.8%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
20.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 31.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,197
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Concordia University-Wisconsin fields 16 varsity teams with 810 student athletes, about 37% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Northern Athletics
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
16
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
810
37% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
486
Men
324
Women
13
Men's Teams
13
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Concordia University-Wisconsinearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,075
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$72K
87 grads
1yr Earnings
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
$65K
54 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$56K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Engineering
—
24 grads
Marketing
$40K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$45K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $50K six years out, growing to $56K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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