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Concordia College at Moorhead Admission Requirements

Moorhead, Minnesota

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Your chances of getting into Concordia College at Moorhead

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

65.5%
Admission Difficulty for Concordia College at Moorhead
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Concordia College at Moorhead is 65.5%.  Its admission rate is the 9th lowest in Minnesota.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Concordia College at Moorhead and can you get accepted?

Concordia College at Moorhead is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,473 out of the 3,774 who applied were admitted.

Concordia College at Moorhead typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.58. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Concordia College at Moorhead?

66% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Concordia College at Moorhead you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.58 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1150 on the SAT
  • Score 23 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Concordia College at Moorhead GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.58

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Concordia College at Moorhead?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Concordia College at Moorhead are to have around a 3.58 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Concordia College at Moorhead accepts 66% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Concordia College at Moorhead is 3.58 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #10 in Minnesota for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Concordia College at Moorhead is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Concordia College at Moorhead SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Concordia College at Moorhead. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 1% of students submitted SAT scores and 19% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1080-1218

Applicants Submitting SAT 

1%
SAT Scores for Concordia College at Moorhead
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 560
Math 25th Percentile 520
Composite 25th Percentile 1080
SAT Scores for Concordia College at Moorhead
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 630
Math 75th Percentile 588
Composite 75th Percentile 1218
Average SAT Score 1150

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Concordia College at Moorhead?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Concordia College at Moorhead is 1150 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1080-1218. Students who get into Concordia College at Moorhead score in the top 45 percent of all SAT test takers..  Concordia College at Moorhead ranks #17 in the state of Minnesota for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1150 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Concordia College at Moorhead regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1080 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1080, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1010, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Concordia College at Moorhead is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1150 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1149, you have around a 66% chance of being admitted. A 1218 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Concordia College at Moorhead admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1218 and Above Good >79%
1149 to 1218 Avg + 66%-79%
1080 to 1149 Avg - 51%-66%
1011 to 1080 Reach 35%-51%
Less than 1011 Low <35%
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Concordia College at Moorhead ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

20-26 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

19%
ACT Scores for Concordia College at Moorhead
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 17
Math 25th Percentile 20
Composite 25th Percentile 20
ACT Scores for Concordia College at Moorhead
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 27
Composite 75th Percentile 26
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Concordia College at Moorhead?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Concordia College at Moorhead is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 26.  The school ranks #11 in Minnesota for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 17.

19 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Concordia College at Moorhead.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Concordia College at Moorhead is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Concordia College at Moorhead for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 66% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 26 ACT score.

Concordia College at Moorhead admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >79%
23 to 26 Avg + 66%-79%
20 to 23 Avg - 51%-66%
17 to 20 Reach 35%-51%
Less than 17 Low <35%
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High School Class Rank

81% of Concordia College at Moorhead freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 50% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Concordia College at Moorhead students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 19.48%
Top 25% of class 50%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Concordia College at Moorhead admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,112 1,623 3,774
Accepted 1,474 973 2,473
Acceptance Rate 70% 60% 66%
Enrolled 224 213 444
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 22% 18%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Concordia College at Moorhead is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Concordia College at Moorhead and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Concordia College at Moorhead Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Concordia College at Moorhead
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Concordia College at Moorhead is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.58 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1150 on the SAT and 23 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=173300 IPEDS survey data for Concordia College at Moorhead.

Last updated February 24, 2024