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Known for business — close-knit campus
Concord University is a public institution in Athens with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 980, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
42% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $42,703 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $9,983.
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Concord University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 980
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
54.4%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,250
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
7
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
49%
- •49% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Concord University was established as a Branch of the State Normal School in the community then known as "Concord Church" by the West Virginia State Legislature on February 28, 1872.
- •Classes commenced on May 10, 1875, with an inaugural class of 70 students.
- •In 1887, West Virginia legislators appropriated state funds to construct a brick building on the site that is now Athens Middle School.
- •Due to confusion with another post office named Concord, Hampshire County, West Virginia, the town's name was changed to "Athens" in 1896.
- •The town was renamed to the ancient center of learning and culture, but the school retained its original "Concord" description.
Source: Wikipedia
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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