C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
59/100 · earnings-weighted

Concordia University-Saint Paul

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Saint Paul, Minnesota 55104
Concordia University-Saint Paul campus, Saint Paul, MN
Concordia University-Saint Paul campus, Saint Paul, MN. Photo: McGhiever, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 59%
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
F
28/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
D
39/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

5,854
Total Enrollment
59%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
75%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Concordia University-Saint Paul, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$59,871
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$50,646
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,832
Median debt at graduation
45.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 30% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 57th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MN wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Concordia University-Saint Paul

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer Science$72,875$105,577-1%#135 of 349#166$27,754
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$73,235$93,347+5%#233 of 966#443$16,417
Human Resources Management and Services$65,730$79,708+17%#28 of 187#48$20,832
Business Administration, Management and Operations$59,044$77,037+13%#192 of 1176#272$18,422
Marketing$48,007$76,183+10%#111 of 516#167$17,694
Health and Medical Administrative Services$60,342$75,912+29%#36 of 275#49$22,011
Criminal Justice and Corrections$42,607$73,060+32%#16 of 660#34$23,112
Accounting and Related Services$61,360$70,669-7%#467 of 796#586$15,371
Biology$35,290$69,651+22%#104 of 841#142$25,393
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$40,593$55,294+14%#24 of 172#34$20,375
Psychology$36,243$52,447+3%#377 of 1027#544$15,393
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$33,744$49,571-9%#426 of 610#525$21,945
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$48,056—————
Communication and Media Studies$46,327—————
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$41,456$40,801-14%#629 of 680#669$20,000
Design and Applied Arts$34,384—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Concordia University-Saint Paul Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $308,771
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,442/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55101 (6.6% cap, Saint Paul)

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🏆 Where Concordia University-Saint Paul Ranks

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

#5
Orthotist/Prosthetist
of 5 schools
#17
Data Analytics, General
of 21 schools
#22
Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other
of 25 schools
#24
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other
of 28 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $25,000 $25,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $41,800 $41,800

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
47%
Receive Pell Grants
68%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other 375 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 313 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 177 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 147 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 137 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 101 grads/yr Data Analytics, General 69 grads/yr Psychology, General 68 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 48 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other 42 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 41 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 38 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 36 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 30 grads/yr Child Development 30 grads/yr Computer Science 29 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 29 grads/yr Orthotist/Prosthetist 27 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 27 grads/yr Human Services, General 26 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 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

Student Demographics

5,854
Total Students
62%
Women
59%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 8%
Black 12%
Asian 8%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 15%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 22%
Hybrid (Some Online) 33%
Fully Online 45%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 59%
25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Concordia University-Saint Paul?
Concordia University-Saint Paul has an acceptance rate of 75%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Concordia University-Saint Paul?
Tuition at Concordia University-Saint Paul is $25,000 for in-state students and $25,000 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Concordia University-Saint Paul?
The graduation rate at Concordia University-Saint Paul is 59%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Concordia University-Saint Paul a good school?
Concordia University-Saint Paul has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): 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-Saint Paul?
Concordia University-Saint Paul has a total enrollment of 5,854 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology