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Right Place + Right Price

Anyone can be a Cobber.

The name "Concordia" may bring up an image of affluence. Because many believe a private education is only available to the wealthy, some students don't even consider Concordia. But the truth is, Concordia students come from all economic backgrounds.

Family Income Distribution

(excluding non-FAFSA filers)

What Will I Actually Pay for My Education?

Figuring out what you'll actually pay to go to a certain college can be confusing (and overwhelming!), but it is important to get all the info you need about your overall final cost (including scholarships and other financial aid) before making your college choice and find the right place at the right price.

You get a lot of numbers thrown at you when you're looking at colleges. What amount do you actually end up paying? Well, the out-of-pocket amount varies depending on a couple of different factors.

Here are a few ways we have made attending Concordia a possibility for all students who want the Cobber experience.

1. We Reduced Tuition

The number one thing we heard from students and our community is that the "sticker price" of Concordia was too high to even consider. We wanted to make the starting point a lot clearer and easier for all potential students so, starting in Fall 2021, we reduced the cost of tuition by more than $15,000 — a decrease of 35%.

Average Out-Of-Pocket Cost

Our financial aid program brings the average annual comprehensive cost (including room and board) to just $23,189.

Quick Cobber Stats ...

85%

of Cobbers are accepted to graduate school or employed full time within six months of graduation

21%

of our undergraduate students choose to double major (and still graduate in four years!)

500+

internship and student teaching experiences are completed annually

2. We Help You Pay Back Your Loans

No, we're not kidding.

We help you and your family pay back any loans you took out for your Concordia education. We call it the CobberAssurance Program. It's offered at no cost to you or your family. This program helps you repay your student loans if you earn less than $50,000 per year in your first career out of college and can cover up to 100%.

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3. We Offer Even More Scholarship Options

Any scholarships you earn or qualify for are subtracted from your "sticker price" tuition cost. You get scholarships based on your financial need AND your accomplishments (not to mention being able to use the scholarships you earned from external organizations).

To start, you automatically get an Excellence Scholarship (find your amount on the chart):

Excellence Scholarship Amounts

Awards are based on EITHER high school GPA or test score — whichever amount is greater.

ACT Score	Award Amount	High School GPA
>=33	$16,000	>=3.97
30-32	$15,000	3.85-3.96
28-29	$14,000	3.7-3.84
26-27	$12,000	3.55-3.69
24-25	$11,000	3.35-3.54
22-23	$9,000	3.01-3.34
<=22	$8,000	<=3.00

These amounts are for Fall 2023. Automatic scholarship levels will not be reevaluated after receipt of a comprehensive financial aid package.

Total Package

Financial aid awards start with the Excellence Scholarship — but they don't end there. Many other aid types are available.

Types of Aid

Gold Scholarship

Our most prestigious academic award. Details will be shared with qualified students.

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Aid Advantage

Knowing the process of applying for and accepting your aid award will help you make the best decisions related to your education.

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4. Don't Forget Other Aid Options

Last but not least, you have the option to receive other types of aid, including grants, work-study, and loans.

Pay Off Loans More Quickly

On average, Minnesotans who get their bachelor's degree earn from 46% to 78% more annually than those with a high school or an associate's degree.

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