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Concord University
Concord University admits nearly everyone — 92.6% of applicants. A feature, not a flaw: the page below asks whether Concord University is worth attending, not whether you'll get in.
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Concord University anchors the college town of Athens, WV, where the public campus and town largely share a footprint.
Its highest-earning path is Biology, General, where graduates median $52,670 four years out. Faculty pay averages $87,240 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 1,504 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 64.8% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 840 and 1080 — below the WV middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Concord University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
Concord University is test-optional: scores are considered when submitted but not required. The 840–1080 range below describes admitted students who chose to submit — typically Concord University's stronger testers — so treat it as the higher end of what gets in.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 440 | 490 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 460 | 530 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 20 | 22 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Concord University received 2,376 applications and admitted 2,130 (89.6%), with 443 enrolling.
How Concord University compares
| Concord University | West Virginia median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 92.6% | 93.3% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $10,664 | $10,376 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $42,703 | $44,409 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Concord University's median earnings are $42,703 — below the West Virginia benchmark of $44,409. Weigh that against the $10,664 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, Concord University prices by residency: $10,664 in-state versus $22,000 out-of-state — a $11,336 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
With 1,504 undergraduates, Concord University is small enough that class size and faculty access are structural, not marketing claims.
Fewer than half of Concord University students — 39% — finish within six years. That number should shape how much debt feels safe.
Top majors by earnings at Concord University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Biology, General | $52,670 |
| Social Work | $46,324 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $45,815 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $44,168 |
| Psychology, General | $41,259 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $39,566 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | $34,925 |
Median earnings for these 7 Concord University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $42,703 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 18 additional Concord University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Concord University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 840–1080 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 92.6% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Concord University's acceptance rate?
89.6% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 2,130 admitted from 2,376 applicants.
How much does Concord University cost?
In-state tuition is $10,664; out-of-state students pay $22,000. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do Concord University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $42,703 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in West Virginia
- Davis & Elkins College — 94.3% admitted
- Fairmont State University — 98.6% admitted
- Bluefield State University — 97.2% admitted
- Marshall University — 95.7% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.