85%
of Cobbers are accepted to graduate school or employed full time within six months of graduation
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.
(excluding non-FAFSA filers)
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.
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%.
Our financial aid program brings the average annual comprehensive cost (including room and board) to just $23,189.
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):
Awards are based on EITHER high school GPA or test score — whichever amount is greater.
ACT Score | Award Amount | High School GPA |
---|---|---|
>=33 | $17,000 |
>=3.97 |
30-32 |
$16,000 |
3.85-3.96 |
28-29 |
$15,000 |
3.7-3.84 |
26-27 | $14,000 |
3.55-3.69 |
24-25 | $13,000 |
3.35-3.54 |
22-23 | $12,000 |
3.01-3.34 |
<=21 | $11,000 |
<=3.00 |
These amounts are for Fall 2023. Automatic scholarship levels will not be reevaluated after receipt of a comprehensive financial aid package.
Last but not least, you have the option to receive other types of aid, including grants, work-study, and loans.
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.
Next spring, Olivia Slyter ’25 will graduate with two majors and three minors — all in just four years.
As someone who never imagined herself attending Concordia, transfer student Kay Pederson ’24 wouldn’t change a thing about her Cobber experience.