Concordia University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Concordia University-Saint Paul is a private research university in Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving roughly 3,018 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 78.87% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $59,871 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $25,600
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,462 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 78.87% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,018 76.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 45.90%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 33.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 2.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 22.4%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,422
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,730
- Room & Board: $13,932 annual estimate
Concordia University-Saint Paul: what the data shows
Common questions about Concordia University-Saint Paul, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Concordia University-Saint Paul?
Concordia University-Saint Paul is located in Saint Paul, MN (ZIP 55104-5494).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Concordia University-Saint Paul public or private?
Concordia University-Saint Paul is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Concordia University-Saint Paul cost?
Published tuition: $25,600.
Average net price after aid: $18,462.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,406 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,794 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,826 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,135 |
| $110,001+ | $23,295 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $102,400.
How hard is it to get into Concordia University-Saint Paul?
Admission rate: 78.87%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Concordia University-Saint Paul?
Total enrollment: 3,018 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,422 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,579 students.
About 77% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Concordia University-Saint Paul?
150%-time completion rate: 45.90%.
First-year retention: 67.4%.
What do graduates of Concordia University-Saint Paul earn?
Median earnings: $50,646 six years after entry; $59,871 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $17,832.
35.22% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Concordia University-Saint Paul known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other (375 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (313 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (177 completions)
- Curriculum and Instruction (147 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (137 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (101 completions)
- Data Analytics, General (69 completions)
- Psychology, General (68 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (48 completions)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other (42 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Concordia University-Saint Paul a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 78.87%; completion rate 45.90%; median earnings $59,871 at 10 years; net price $18,462. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$25,600
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Concordia University-Saint Paul was $25,600.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,462
2024 Value
In 2024 Concordia University-Saint Paul had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,462.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$73,848 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,462 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$102,400 4-Year Tuition
$13,932 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$3,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$42,532 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$170,128 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Concordia University-Saint Paul.
Financial Aid by Income Level
35.22% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.48% 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 Concordia University-Saint Paul 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 Concordia University-Saint Paul 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 | $19,700 | $19,700 | $18,138 |
| 2014 | $20,250 | $20,250 | $17,779 |
| 2015 | $20,750 | $20,750 | $17,750 |
| 2016 | $21,250 | $21,250 | $19,628 |
| 2017 | $21,750 | $21,750 | $18,392 |
| 2018 | $22,275 | $22,275 | $16,819 |
| 2019 | $22,800 | $22,800 | $16,245 |
| 2020 | $23,400 | $23,400 | $15,880 |
| 2021 | $23,900 | $23,900 | $15,862 |
| 2022 | $24,400 | $24,400 | $17,925 |
| 2023 | $25,000 | $25,000 | $17,566 |
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
78.87% Acceptance Rate
2,730 Total Applicants
2,044 Students Admitted
377 First-Time Students Enrolled
18.44% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Concordia University-Saint Paul reported total enrollment of about 3,018 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 33% male and 67% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (45.8%), Black or African American (21.8%), and Asian (12.1%). About 35.22% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 33.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
76.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Concordia University-Saint Paul in 2024 is 3,018 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,422 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,579 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.4%
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 45.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
32.51% 100% Completion Time
45.90% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 32.51% of students graduating from Concordia University-Saint Paul completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other: 64% male / 36% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 18% male / 82% female
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 43% male / 57% 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 Concordia University-Saint Paul.
Return on Investment
$17,832 Median Student Debt
$59,871 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
29.78% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
710.73% Return on Investment
3.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Concordia University-Saint Paul.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 66 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other: 375 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 313 completions
3. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 177 completions
4. Curriculum and Instruction: 147 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 137 completions
6. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 101 completions
7. Data Analytics, General: 69 completions
8. Psychology, General: 68 completions
9. Elementary Education and Teaching: 48 completions
Most popular programs at Concordia University-Saint Paul.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Concordia University-Saint Paul graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Concordia University-Saint Paul from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 22.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,654
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $3,921
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Concordia University-Saint Paul is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Paul, MN, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Educational Leadership and Administration, General. Enrollment is approximately 3,018 students. Student body composition includes White (45.8%), Black or African American (21.8%), Asian (12.1%). The admission rate is 78.87%. The 150%-time completion rate is 45.90%. Approximately 35.22% of students receive Pell Grants. About 33.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Saint Paul, MN 55104-5494
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 66 distinct degree programs, Concordia University-Saint Paul provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Concordia University-Saint Paul located?
Concordia University-Saint Paul is located in Saint Paul, MN.
What is Concordia University-Saint Paul's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Concordia University-Saint Paul is 78.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,730 applicants and 2,044 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Concordia University-Saint Paul cost?
Reported tuition is $25,600 and average net price is $18,462 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,932 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Concordia University-Saint Paul?
Concordia University-Saint Paul reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,422 students, White (45.8%), Black or African American (21.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Concordia University-Saint Paul?
About 33.6% of students at Concordia University-Saint Paul are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Concordia University-Saint Paul earn?
Median earnings are $50,646 six years after entry and $59,871 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Concordia University-Saint Paul?
The 150%-time completion rate is 45.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Concordia University-Saint Paul students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $17,832.
Is Concordia University-Saint Paul public or private?
Concordia University-Saint Paul is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Paul, MN.
Is Concordia University-Saint Paul an HBCU?
No. Concordia University-Saint Paul is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Concordia University-Saint Paul a tribal college?
No. Concordia University-Saint Paul is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Concordia University-Saint Paul a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Concordia University-Saint Paul does not meet that proxy (reported share 11.7%).
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
- Minnesota college costs
- Minnesota colleges by ROI
- Saint Paul, Minnesota city profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Minnesota
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.