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Public, 4-Year
Athens, WV

Concord University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in WV. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$9,700

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

89.6%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

41.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$42,703

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Concord University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Athens, WV. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,700, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 41.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing440 – 550
20025th–75th percentile800
Math400 – 530
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite17 – 22
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

89.6%

Transfer-Out Rate29.1%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$38,800

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$12,703

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$88,230

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$215,260

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 41%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Concord University is $18,900.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.9%
41.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
80.1%
Black
8.0%
Two or more
4.7%
International
3.7%
Unknown
1.7%
Hispanic
0.7%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$9,700

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$8,292
$30k - $48k$9,307
$48k - $75k$10,904
$75k+$13,948

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$18,900
Pell Grant Recipients46.8%
Using Federal Loans45.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment47.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

49.0%

Success

41.2%

In-State Cost

$9,700

Age 25+ Students

14.1%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

715 students

Local City Insights

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