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Concordia University-Wisconsin

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Mequon, Wisconsin 53097-2402

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Known for health sciences

Concordia University-Wisconsin is a private institution in Mequon with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1250, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,075 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,067.

Established
1881
Mascot
Freddy the Falcon
Type
Private university
Division
Division III

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68%Acceptance
1250SAT Avg
2,310Students
12:1Student:Faculty
64%Grad Rate
$56,075Earnings 10yr
$26,067Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Concordia University-Wisconsin Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

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

Acceptance Rate67.5%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
2229

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

67.5%

Trend

SAT Avg

1250

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$34,250
Room & Board$12,700
Books & Supplies$2,400
Total Cost of Attendance$51,718
Average Net Price$26,067
Median Debt at Graduation$25,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$273

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$19,323
$30–48K$21,547
$48–75K$24,914
$75–110K$26,823
$110K+$29,439

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

53.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

17

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

5

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (131)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

78%

Negative
  • 78% 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

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
2,310
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
22%

Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Black 10%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 3%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate64.3%
Freshman Retention78.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$49,761
10 Years$56,075

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Falcons

Baseball

History & Fun Facts

  • History In the spring of 1881, the Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota districts of the LCMS decided to open a gymnasium in Milwaukee.
  • The resulting school was opened that September at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in downtown Milwaukee.
  • A year of instruction was added each year through 1890, making a total of four years.
  • The college was located between 31st and 33rd Streets and State Street and Highland Boulevard in Milwaukee until 1983.
  • In 1887, the three districts transferred ownership to the LCMS itself.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MKE Milwaukee21 mi
ORD Chicago O'Hare88 mi
DTW Detroit242 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA855 mi · ~24h 42m drive
New York, NY735 mi · ~21h 14m drive
Hartford, CT782 mi · ~22h 35m drive
Providence, RI845 mi · ~24h 25m drive
Albany, NY716 mi · ~20h 41m drive
Syracuse, NY593 mi · ~17h 8m drive
Rochester, NY519 mi · ~15h drive
Buffalo, NY457 mi · ~13h 12m drive
Philadelphia, PA696 mi · ~20h 6m drive
Pittsburgh, PA451 mi · ~13h 2m drive
Harrisburg, PA604 mi · ~17h 27m drive
Newark, NJ726 mi · ~20h 58m drive
Washington, DC641 mi · ~18h 31m drive
Baltimore, MD647 mi · ~18h 41m drive
Atlanta, GA684 mi · ~19h 46m drive
Charlotte, NC671 mi · ~19h 23m drive
Raleigh, NC714 mi · ~20h 38m drive
Miami, FL1285 mi · ~37h 7m drive
Orlando, FL1080 mi · ~31h 12m drive
Tampa, FL1100 mi · ~31h 47m drive
Nashville, TN494 mi · ~14h 16m drive
New Orleans, LA927 mi · ~26h 47m drive
Richmond, VA677 mi · ~19h 33m drive
Chicago, IL96 mi · ~2h 46m drive
Detroit, MI255 mi · ~7h 22m drive
Minneapolis, MN291 mi · ~8h 24m drive
St. Louis, MO341 mi · ~9h 51m drive
Kansas City, MO450 mi · ~13h drive
Indianapolis, IN257 mi · ~7h 25m drive
Columbus, OH341 mi · ~9h 51m drive
Cleveland, OH340 mi · ~9h 49m drive
Milwaukee, WI15 mi · ~26 min drive
Dallas, TX869 mi · ~25h 6m drive
Houston, TX1019 mi · ~29h 26m drive
Austin, TX1048 mi · ~30h 17m drive
San Antonio, TX1120 mi · ~32h 21m drive
Los Angeles, CA1744 mi · ~50h 23m drive
San Francisco, CA1838 mi · ~53h 6m drive
San Diego, CA1739 mi · ~50h 14m drive
Seattle, WA1681 mi · ~48h 34m drive
Portland, OR1710 mi · ~49h 24m drive
Denver, CO915 mi · ~26h 26m drive
Phoenix, AZ1466 mi · ~42h 21m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1239 mi · ~35h 48m drive
Honolulu, HI4229 mi · ~122h 10m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Milwaukee (MKE)21 miles
Rental car
32 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
42 min$25-42
Chicago O'Hare (ORD)88 miles
Rental car
132 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
176 min$106-176

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