Concordia University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Concordia University-Chicago is a private research university in River Forest, Illinois, enrolling about 1,323 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 92.79% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $54,089 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $37,488
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,436 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 92.79% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,323 89.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 36.46%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 38.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 8.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 69.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,592
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,607
- Room & Board: $11,510 annual estimate
Concordia University-Chicago: what the data shows
Common questions about Concordia University-Chicago, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Concordia University-Chicago?
Concordia University-Chicago is located in River Forest, IL (ZIP 60305-1499).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Concordia University-Chicago public or private?
Concordia University-Chicago is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Concordia University-Chicago cost?
Published tuition: $37,488.
Average net price after aid: $18,436.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,795 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,397 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,768 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,046 |
| $110,001+ | $23,907 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $149,952.
How hard is it to get into Concordia University-Chicago?
Admission rate: 92.79%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Concordia University-Chicago?
Total enrollment: 1,323 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,592 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,402 students.
About 90% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Concordia University-Chicago?
150%-time completion rate: 36.46%.
First-year retention: 60.5%.
What do graduates of Concordia University-Chicago earn?
Median earnings: $44,405 six years after entry; $54,089 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,000.
45.68% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Concordia University-Chicago known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (303 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (254 completions)
- Curriculum and Instruction (146 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (77 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (63 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (57 completions)
- Educational Administration and Supervision, Other (44 completions)
- Reading Teacher Education (44 completions)
- Educational/Instructional Technology (37 completions)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other (31 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Concordia University-Chicago a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 92.79%; completion rate 36.46%; median earnings $54,089 at 10 years; net price $18,436. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$37,488
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Concordia University-Chicago was $37,488.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,436
2024 Value
In 2024 Concordia University-Chicago had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,436.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$73,744 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,436 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$149,952 4-Year Tuition
$11,510 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$50,198 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$200,792 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Concordia University-Chicago.
Financial Aid by Income Level
45.68% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
56.94% 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-Chicago 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-Chicago 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 | $27,598 | $27,598 | $17,881 |
| 2014 | $28,718 | $28,718 | $17,937 |
| 2015 | $29,520 | $29,520 | $17,938 |
| 2016 | $30,630 | $30,630 | $19,540 |
| 2017 | $31,588 | $31,588 | $17,085 |
| 2018 | $32,078 | $32,078 | $16,403 |
| 2019 | $32,880 | $32,880 | $16,512 |
| 2020 | $33,636 | $33,636 | $17,051 |
| 2021 | $34,310 | $34,310 | $18,225 |
| 2022 | $34,964 | $34,964 | $18,256 |
| 2023 | $36,258 | $36,258 | $16,774 |
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
92.79% Acceptance Rate
4,607 Total Applicants
4,301 Students Admitted
327 First-Time Students Enrolled
7.60% 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-Chicago reported total enrollment of about 1,323 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 48% male and 52% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (40.1%), Hispanic or Latino (37.9%), and Black or African American (13.2%). About 45.68% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 38.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
89.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Concordia University-Chicago in 2024 is 1,323 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,592 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,402 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
60.5%
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 40.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.61% 100% Completion Time
36.46% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.61% of students graduating from Concordia University-Chicago completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 56% male / 44% female
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 30% male / 70% female
- Curriculum and Instruction: 18% male / 82% 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-Chicago.
Return on Investment
$23,000 Median Student Debt
$54,089 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
42.52% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
633.47% Return on Investment
4.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Concordia University-Chicago.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 71 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 303 completions
2. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 254 completions
3. Curriculum and Instruction: 146 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 77 completions
5. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 63 completions
6. Organizational Leadership: 57 completions
7. Educational Administration and Supervision, Other: 44 completions
8. Reading Teacher Education: 44 completions
9. Educational/Instructional Technology: 37 completions
Most popular programs at Concordia University-Chicago.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Concordia University-Chicago graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Concordia University-Chicago from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 69.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,759
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,834
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-Chicago is a private non-profit institution located in River Forest, IL, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Exercise Science and Kinesiology, Educational Leadership and Administration, General, Curriculum and Instruction. Enrollment is approximately 1,323 students. Student body composition includes White (40.1%), Hispanic or Latino (37.9%), Black or African American (13.2%). The admission rate is 92.79%. The 150%-time completion rate is 36.46%. Approximately 45.68% of students receive Pell Grants. About 38.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
River Forest, IL 60305-1499
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 36.46% graduation rate at Concordia University-Chicago falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 71 distinct degree programs, Concordia University-Chicago 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-Chicago located?
Concordia University-Chicago is located in River Forest, IL.
What is Concordia University-Chicago's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Concordia University-Chicago is 92.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,607 applicants and 4,301 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Concordia University-Chicago cost?
Reported tuition is $37,488 and average net price is $18,436 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,510 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Concordia University-Chicago?
Concordia University-Chicago reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,592 students, White (40.1%), Hispanic or Latino (37.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Concordia University-Chicago?
About 38.5% of students at Concordia University-Chicago are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Concordia University-Chicago earn?
Median earnings are $44,405 six years after entry and $54,089 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Concordia University-Chicago?
The 150%-time completion rate is 36.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Concordia University-Chicago students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,000.
Is Concordia University-Chicago public or private?
Concordia University-Chicago is a private nonprofit institution located in River Forest, IL.
Is Concordia University-Chicago an HBCU?
No. Concordia University-Chicago is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Concordia University-Chicago a tribal college?
No. Concordia University-Chicago is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Concordia University-Chicago a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Concordia University-Chicago reports 37.9% Hispanic enrollment share.
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
- Illinois college costs
- Illinois colleges by ROI
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Illinois
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.