Concord University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Concord University is a public research university in Athens, West Virginia, enrolling about 1,504 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 92.56% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $42,703 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,664
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,966 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 92.56% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,504 95.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 38.97%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
- First-Generation Students: 47.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 81.7%
- Average SAT Score: 977
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,820
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,376
- Room & Board: $12,546 annual estimate
Concord University: what the data shows
Common questions about Concord University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Concord University?
Concord University is located in Athens, WV (ZIP 24712).
Is Concord University public or private?
Concord University is a Public institution.
How much does Concord University cost?
Published tuition: $10,664 in-state, $22,000 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $9,966.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $8,021 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,930 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,438 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $13,336 |
| $110,001+ | $15,472 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $42,656.
How hard is it to get into Concord University?
Admission rate: 92.56%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 977 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Concord University?
Total enrollment: 1,504 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,820 students.
Graduate enrollment: 334 students.
About 96% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Concord University?
150%-time completion rate: 38.97%.
First-year retention: 64.8%.
What do graduates of Concord University earn?
Median earnings: $33,094 six years after entry; $42,703 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,900.
49.52% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Concord University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Social Work (108 completions)
- General Studies (69 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (61 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (24 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (20 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (19 completions)
- Public Health Education and Promotion (19 completions)
- Psychology, General (18 completions)
- Sociology, General (16 completions)
- Education, General (13 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Concord University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 92.56%; completion rate 38.97%; median earnings $42,703 at 10 years; net price $9,966. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,664
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Concord University was $10,664.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,966
2024 Value
In 2024 Concord University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,966.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$39,864 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,966 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$42,656 4-Year In-State Tuition
$88,000 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,546 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,100 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,310 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$97,240 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Concord University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
49.52% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
46.33% 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 Concord University 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 Concord University 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 | $6,160 | $13,490 | $10,583 |
| 2014 | $6,580 | $14,276 | $7,478 |
| 2015 | $6,902 | $14,982 | $7,808 |
| 2016 | $7,238 | $15,722 | $7,743 |
| 2017 | $7,732 | $16,812 | $8,937 |
| 2018 | $8,211 | $17,655 | $9,161 |
| 2019 | $8,385 | $18,037 | $9,007 |
| 2020 | $8,385 | $18,037 | $8,477 |
| 2021 | $8,690 | $18,440 | $9,182 |
| 2022 | $9,100 | $19,340 | $9,701 |
| 2023 | $9,700 | $20,600 | $9,983 |
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
92.56% Acceptance Rate
2,376 Total Applicants
2,130 Students Admitted
443 First-Time Students Enrolled
20.80% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 977
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
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
Concord University reported total enrollment of about 1,504 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 41% male and 59% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (78.7%), Black or African American (9.7%), and Two or More Races (4.3%). About 49.52% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
95.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Concord University in 2024 is 1,504 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,820 students. Graduate enrollment is about 334 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
64.8%
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 78.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
30.75% 100% Completion Time
38.97% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 30.75% of students graduating from Concord University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Social Work: 9% male / 91% female
- General Studies: 20% male / 80% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 57% male / 43% 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 Concord University.
Return on Investment
$18,900 Median Student Debt
$42,703 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
44.26% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
971.22% Return on Investment
4.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Concord University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 24 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Social Work: 108 completions
2. General Studies: 69 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 61 completions
4. Elementary Education and Teaching: 24 completions
5. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 20 completions
6. Health Professions and Related Programs: 19 completions
7. Public Health Education and Promotion: 19 completions
8. Psychology, General: 18 completions
9. Sociology, General: 16 completions
Most popular programs at Concord University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Concord University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Concord University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 81.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,270
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,332
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Concord University is a public institution located in Athens, WV, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Social Work, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,504 students. Student body composition includes White (78.7%), Black or African American (9.7%), Two or More Races (4.3%). The admission rate is 92.56%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 977. The 150%-time completion rate is 38.97%. Approximately 49.52% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Small Programs
Location
Athens, WV 24712
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 38.97% graduation rate at Concord University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Concord University located?
Concord University is located in Athens, WV.
What is Concord University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Concord University is 92.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,376 applicants and 2,130 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Concord University cost?
Reported tuition is $10,664 and average net price is $9,966 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,546 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Concord University?
Concord University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,820 students, White (78.7%), Black or African American (9.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Concord University?
About 47.7% of students at Concord University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Concord University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Concord University reports midpoint SAT about 977 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of Concord University earn?
Median earnings are $33,094 six years after entry and $42,703 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Concord University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Concord University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,900.
Is Concord University public or private?
Concord University is a public institution located in Athens, WV.
Is Concord University an HBCU?
No. Concord University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Concord University a tribal college?
No. Concord University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
- West Virginia college costs
- West Virginia colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in West Virginia
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.