About Concordia University-Chicago

Founded in 1864, Concordia University-Chicago. is a Private college. Located in Illinois, which is a city setting in Illinois, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 1,530 full time undergraduate students, and 4,073 full time graduate students.

The Concordia University-Chicago Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 284 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Concordia University-Chicago include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate49%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range930-1110
ACT Range19-24

Admissions at CU are considered More Selective, with ,13% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 7 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

34% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 18% were in the top quarter, and 16% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Concordia University-Chicago.

7%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
53%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
7%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
13%
“We save it for the classroom”
47%
“Sometimes, but not often”
40%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
13%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
63%
“I feel extremely safe”
8%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
42%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
53%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
20%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
53%
“They keep regular office hours”
40%
“They”re always available”
53%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
27%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
20%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
20%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
40%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
33%
“We only party on weekends”
7%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
25%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
44%
“There might be people who do”
31%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    44 Students rated on-campus housing 3.5 stars. 18 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    34 Students rated off-campus housing 3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    45 Students rated campus food 2.9 stars. 7 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    45 Students rated campus facilities 3.6 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    45 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 64 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    45 Students rated school activities 3.7 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    46 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 48 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    45 Students rated academics 3.6 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

Concordia University-Chicago REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Concordia University-Chicago?

17 Students rated Concordia University-Chicago

Tabitha - 08/07/2020

Concordia University- Chicago is a great college choice. During my freshman year, I was a student-athlete who lived on campus and I never had a problem with the amenities and accommodations provided. In terms of campus housing was just as any college dorms would be, they weren't fancy but it was spacious (as spacious as a college dorm could be) and clean. If anything needed to be fixed or replaced, it would be taken care of within 1-3 days. In terms of campus life, there are a variety of clubs that accommodate various interest and I feel like there is something for everybody. The main sports on campus are football in the fall, basketball in the winter, and baseball in the spring. However, when those sports have away games, there isn't much to do on campus, especially on the weekends. Even though weekends can be dull, CUC is close enough to "nightlife" and to the Metra, so if its nice weather you can make it downtown fairly easily. In terms of food, it is fairly priced. The Den, which has "fast food" type service and options is by far the most popular. The Lib Cafe is like a little store that has a variety of prepackaged meals and snacks to stock up on at reasonable prices well. The main cafeteria provides the most options, with varying meal "specials" however in terms of quality of food, it would be 3.5/5. In terms of academics, I can only speak from my experience. I am a business major and the rigor of my business classes is great. While I am challenged, the professors are always available to help me and the class structure is hands-on learning! In terms of the best academic programs at CUC, (based on my observations and testimonials of my friends) the best programs at CUC are their Education, Business, Church Profession, and Music programs. College can be a scary time in one's life as it comes with changes, lots of changes. However, CUC's small campus is a community in which there really is a place for anyone. The CUC community is one that I am proud to be apart of and call my home. For anyone considering CUC, I highly encourage visiting campus, it really makes all the difference!

Cassandra - 10/19/2019

The overall university is a good place to study if one is interested in being able to have good connects with professors and classmates/peers. The faculty is always willing to work with students to make everyday class life beneficial to student themself. Being able to communicate with everyone will help a student succeed at this university.

Ninette - 07/22/2019

It is a great school if you are going for education or arts. It is not great for anyone who may struggle academically. The support system is not there and it is very difficult to get in contact with anyone in the office, let alone get answers without getting the run around.

SJ - 03/29/2019

I really enjoy it here and hope I have a good time pursuing my degree and possible post-grad academics. Everyones friendly and profs are helpful and work with you to encourage a good experience. I'm not the smartest but with teacher's support I am doing fairly well.

Concordia University-Chicago FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Concordia University-Chicago?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Concordia University-Chicago is 49%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Every student has to juggle the aspects of location, price, activities offered, and relationships when determining where to go to college. There are steps that can be taken to clearly see both the positive and negative results of selecting a school. Ways to achieve this clarity can come through researching the college, talking with past alumni, and making list with the pros and cons from the information that has been collected. By using the internet to get student reviews, looking at the college's website, and by taking a campus tour, and talking with guidance counselors, a person can begin to see if each college offers the degree and social life that is desired. Insights from alumni can also give the student an insider?s view to the entire college experience, including how to make friends, budget expenses and handle the course work. Finally, by organizing the information collected in a way that displays pros and cons, a person can see if a certain college has what they need to reach their goals and create the memories that they want for years to come.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Conservative ignorance.

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  4. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The food. The food here is the same greasy thing every day. It makes me literaly sick.

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  5. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about Concordia University is that it is located in close proximity to the attractions of downtown Chicago. Through this school, I may find an internship at places like the Field Museum, the Shedd Aquarium, the Chicago Botanic Garden, etc.

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  6. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone who wishes to have a great college experience should attend this school.

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Concordia University Chicago has Christ at the center, is a small school with huge benefits, that gives the security of a small town, but the opportunities of a large city.

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  8. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    This school is unique because of the small class sizes and the religious atmosphere and connection to the LCMS world.

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  9. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The location of the school is amazing especially if you are majoring in the arts. Chicago Symphony, Lyric Opera, The Art Museum, etc. are all within a short el ride and the experience of having those amenities is indespensible. The music department faculty and staff are outstanding and are the beacon of the school and I'm proud to be a product. When you combine these two facts, the arts at Concordia are unbelieveable for a small liberal arts school.

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  10. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    How cold it actually is, that the buildings are super old, the the idea of "you don't really need a car" is a lie.

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  11. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    I am new to this school so I have not found something that frustrates me yet. However from the schools (colleges) I have attended I found the most frustrating thing to be how impersonal and difficult to understand they were. As a freshmen I did not know where to go for help or who I should talk to. However thus far at my current school they have been more than helpful and I have had no problems.

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  12. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Someone that likes to be unnoticed by their professors should not attend Concordia. Also someone that is interested in the greek system and lives to party should not attend this school.

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  13. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    The school is most know for being a teacher college when it first opened and also being called Concorida River Forest. It is now called Concordia Chicago and most of the alumni are mad about the name change.

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Student Body

Students

57%

female

43%

male

1,530

Total Undergrad Enrollment

4,073

Total Grad Students

33%

Out-Of-State

67%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

25

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

14%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
12%
% Hispanic/Latino
26%
% White or Caucasian
50%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Concordia University-Chicago receive some sort of financial aid. 44% were awarded federal grants. While 79% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$30,640

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,200

Books and Supplies

$9,172

Room and Board

41,012

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$17,752
$30 - $48K
$17,360
$48 - $75K
$18,948
$75 - $110K
$20,818
$110K & UP
$23,763

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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