Concord University
http://www.concord.edu100 Vermillion Street, Athens, West Virginia 24712
(888) 384-5249
Mission The mission of Concord University is to provide quality, liberal arts based education, to foster scholarly activities, and to serve the regional community. Concord University provides rigorous programs, primarily at the baccalaureate level, which prepare students to pursue various graduate study and career options and to assume leadership and professional roles in a multicultural society. In keeping with its tradition of service to the region, the University will offer a limited number of carefully selected graduate degrees. While we incorporate a variety of educational methodologies/technologies, our size and the caring dedication of our faculty, staff and administration are the ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Public |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers On-campus day care for students' children |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | Town: Remote |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Concord University, 95.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 76.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $6,797), and 69% receive loans ($4,065 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,766. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Concord University is $7,739 per year. |
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| Yearly Tuition | |
| Tuition Undergrad in State | $4,974 |
| Tuition Undergrad Out of State | $11,050 |
| Tuition Graduate in State | $4,818 |
| Tuition Graduate Out of State | $9,394 |
| Living Costs | |
| Total Expense in State on Campus | $15,756 |
| Total Expense Out of State On Campus | $21,832 |
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In Fall 2009, 2,439 people applied to Concord University. Of the applicants, 60.0% were admitted (59.0% male & 60.0% female ) and 52.0% accepted (55.0% male and 50.0% female) Of the 2,650 undergraduate students at Concord University, 12.0% are part-time. A majority (84.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 92.0% of the 232 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 73.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 63.0% |
| Part Time Retention Rates | 44.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 31.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 38.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 39.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | February 28, 2011. |
| Admissions Office Phone | 888-384-5249 |
| Admissions Office Email | admissions@concord.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | Concord University Vermillion Street PO Box 1000 Athens, West Virginia 24712-1000 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.concord.edu/admissions |
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In order to be accepted to Concord University, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 395 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 593 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 347 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 616 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 360 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 565 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 18 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 27 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 19 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 28 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 19 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 28 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 27 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 27 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 1 | 96 | |||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 73 | ||||
| Office Management and Supervision | 1 | ||||
| Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations | 23 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 9 | ||||
| Journalism | 9 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 1 | ||||
| Information Science/Studies | 1 | ||||
| Education | 102 | 26 | |||
| Education, General | 24 | ||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 53 | ||||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 43 | 2 | |||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 6 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 11 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 11 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 2 | ||||
| Athletic Training/Trainer | 2 | ||||
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 0 | ||||
| History | 16 | ||||
| History, General | 16 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 29 | ||||
| General Studies | 29 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 7 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 7 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 10 | ||||
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 10 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 8 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 5 | ||||
| Geology/Earth Science, General | 3 | ||||
| Psychology | 18 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 18 | ||||
| Public administration and social service professions | 25 | ||||
| Social Work | 25 | ||||
| Social sciences | 22 | ||||
| Geography | 5 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 6 | ||||
| Sociology | 11 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 17 | ||||
| Commercial and Advertising Art | 9 | ||||
| Drawing | 8 | ||||
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