Conception Seminary College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Conception Seminary College is a private university in Conception, Missouri, enrolling about 40 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 31.82% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,430 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $26,206
- 2024 Average Net Price: $24,558 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 31.82% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 40 100.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 50.00%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Average SAT Score: 1250
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 68
- Applicants (IPEDS): 8
- Room & Board: $15,590 annual estimate
Conception Seminary College: what the data shows
Common questions about Conception Seminary College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Conception Seminary College?
Conception Seminary College is located in Conception, MO (ZIP 64433-0502).
Is Conception Seminary College public or private?
Conception Seminary College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Conception Seminary College cost?
Published tuition: $26,206.
Average net price after aid: $24,558.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,728 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $30,053 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,724 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $104,824.
How hard is it to get into Conception Seminary College?
Admission rate: 31.82%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1250 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Conception Seminary College?
Total enrollment: 40 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 68 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Conception Seminary College?
150%-time completion rate: 50.00%.
First-year retention: 75.0%.
What do graduates of Conception Seminary College earn?
Median earnings: $33,606 six years after entry; $50,430 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
19.51% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Conception Seminary College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Philosophy (3 completions)
- Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Conception Seminary College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 31.82%; completion rate 50.00%; median earnings $50,430 at 10 years; net price $24,558. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$26,206
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Conception Seminary College was $26,206.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$24,558
2024 Value
In 2024 Conception Seminary College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $24,558.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$98,232 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$24,558 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$104,824 4-Year Tuition
$15,590 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$650 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$42,446 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$169,784 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Conception Seminary College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
19.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
2.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Conception Seminary College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Conception Seminary College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $18,436 | $18,436 | $27,549 |
| 2014 | $19,530 | $19,530 | $28,916 |
| 2015 | $20,304 | $20,304 | $27,422 |
| 2016 | $20,706 | $20,706 | $28,157 |
| 2017 | $21,526 | $21,526 | $30,889 |
| 2018 | $22,379 | $22,379 | $27,244 |
| 2019 | $22,873 | $22,873 | $34,801 |
| 2020 | $22,873 | $22,873 | $34,460 |
| 2021 | $23,325 | $23,325 | $30,107 |
| 2022 | $24,248 | $24,248 | — |
| 2023 | $25,208 | $25,208 | $33,216 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
31.82% Acceptance Rate
8 Total Applicants
8 Students Admitted
8 First-Time Students Enrolled
100.00% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1250
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Conception Seminary College reported total enrollment of about 40 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 100% male and 0% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (65.0%), Hispanic or Latino (27.5%), and Black or African American (5.0%). About 19.51% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
100.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Conception Seminary College in 2024 is 40 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 68 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 65.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
50.00% 100% Completion Time
50.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 50.00% of students graduating from Conception Seminary College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Philosophy: 100% male / 0% female
- Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other: 100% male / 0% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Conception Seminary College.
Return on Investment
$50,430 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
413.38% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Conception Seminary College.
Top Programs by Completions
2 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 3 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Philosophy: 3 completions
2. Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other: 2 completions
Most popular programs at Conception Seminary College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Conception Seminary College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Conception Seminary College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,187
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $16,283
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Conception Seminary College is a private non-profit institution located in Conception, MO, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Philosophy, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other. Enrollment is approximately 40 students. Student body composition includes White (65.0%), Hispanic or Latino (27.5%), Black or African American (5.0%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 31.82%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1250. The 150%-time completion rate is 50.00%. Approximately 19.51% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Location
Conception, MO 64433-0502
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Conception Seminary College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Conception Seminary College located?
Conception Seminary College is located in Conception, MO.
What is Conception Seminary College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Conception Seminary College is 31.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 8 applicants and 8 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Conception Seminary College cost?
Reported tuition is $26,206 and average net price is $24,558 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,590 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Conception Seminary College?
Conception Seminary College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 68 students, White (65.0%), Hispanic or Latino (27.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
What test scores do students need for Conception Seminary College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Conception Seminary College reports midpoint SAT about 1250 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of Conception Seminary College earn?
Median earnings are $33,606 six years after entry and $50,430 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Conception Seminary College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 50.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Conception Seminary College public or private?
Conception Seminary College is a private nonprofit institution located in Conception, MO.
Is Conception Seminary College an HBCU?
No. Conception Seminary College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Conception Seminary College a tribal college?
No. Conception Seminary College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Conception Seminary College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Conception Seminary College reports 27.5% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Conception Seminary College religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Conception Seminary College: Roman Catholic.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Missouri college costs
- Missouri colleges by ROI
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Missouri
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.