Average

Score: 48/100

Concordia University-Chicago

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 River Forest, Illinois 60305

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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 47%

Outcomes

C+

62/100

Affordability

23/100

Resources

C+

57/100

Experience

67/100

Prestige

32/100

Quick Stats

5,066

Total Enrollment

47%

Graduation Rate

63%

Retention Rate

13.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

93%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $723,285
Avg rent near campus: $2,200/mo — vs ~$728/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60301 (6.1% cap, Oak Park)

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🏆 Where Concordia University-Chicago Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#17

Educational Administration and Supervision, Other

of 21 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$35,200	$35,200
Room	$6,550
Board	$4,590
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$49,998	$49,998

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

57%

Receive Pell Grants

67%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Exercise Science and Kinesiology 303 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 254 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 146 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 77 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 63 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 57 grads/yr Educational Administration and Supervision, Other 44 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 44 grads/yr Educational/Instructional Technology 37 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 31 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 28 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 28 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 26 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 23 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 19 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 18 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 17 grads/yr Psychology, General 17 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 17 grads/yr Administration of Special Education 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Concordia University-Chicago's top programs commonly pursue.

Exercise physiologists

$58k/yr 23,900 jobs

Education administrators, kindergarten through secondary

$104k/yr 333,300 jobs

Education administrators, postsecondary

$104k/yr 226,600 jobs

Education administrators, all other

$89k/yr 60,200 jobs

Education and childcare administrators, preschool and daycare

$56k/yr 90,200 jobs

Instructional coordinators

$75k/yr 232,600 jobs

Education teachers, postsecondary

$72k/yr 74,900 jobs

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

5,066

Total Students

64%

Women

76%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%

Hispanic 17%

Black 17%

Asian 2%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 12%

Hybrid (Some Online) 18%

Fully Online 70%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%

25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Concordia University-Chicago?

Concordia University-Chicago has an acceptance rate of 93%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Concordia University-Chicago?

Tuition at Concordia University-Chicago is $35,200 for in-state students and $35,200 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Concordia University-Chicago?

The graduation rate at Concordia University-Chicago is 47%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Concordia University-Chicago a good school?

Concordia University-Chicago has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Concordia University-Chicago?

Concordia University-Chicago has a total enrollment of 5,066 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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