Concordia University-Nebraska Admission Requirements

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Concordia University-Nebraska Admission Overview

Concordia University-Nebraska admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Concordia University-Nebraska admitted 85.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.52 GPA (A-) and SAT 1040-1235 / ACT 19-26. Concordia University-Nebraska is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Concordia University-Nebraska is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Concordia University-Nebraska Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

85.7%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Concordia University-Nebraska acceptance rate is 85.7%. Last year, 1,357 of 1,583 applicants were admitted. That is the 11th lowest acceptance rate in Nebraska.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Concordia University-Nebraska and can you get accepted?

Concordia University-Nebraska is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Concordia University Nebraska typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.52. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 25% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Concordia University-Nebraska GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.52

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.52

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Concordia University-Nebraska typically have around a 3.52 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Concordia University-Nebraska is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #6 in Nebraska for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Concordia University-Nebraska SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1040-1235

Freshmen who sent SAT

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 530
Math 510
Composite 1040

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 625
Math 610
Composite 1235

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Concordia University-Nebraska typically score around a 1140 SAT (middle 50% 1040–1235) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 66th percentile nationally. Concordia University-Nebraska ranks #4 in the state of Nebraska for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1040 to 1235

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Concordia University-Nebraska is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1140 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Concordia University Nebraska
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1235+	Above 75th	>92%
1140 to 1235	Avg +	86%-92%
1040 to 1140	Avg -	76%-86%
Below 1040	Below mid-50	<76%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Concordia University-Nebraska ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-26

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 18
Math 18
Composite 19

75th Percentile Scores

English 28
Math 26
Composite 26

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Concordia University-Nebraska typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 19–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Concordia University-Nebraska places #5 among colleges in Nebraska for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 26

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Concordia University-Nebraska without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Concordia University Nebraska
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26+	Above 75th	>93%
22 to 26	Avg +	86%-93%
19 to 22	Avg -	78%-86%
Below 19	Below mid-50	<78%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

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

Concordia University Nebraska admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	669	914	1,583
Accepted	600	757	1,357
Acceptance Rate	90%	83%	86%
Enrolled	175	166	341
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	29%	22%	25%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Concordia University Nebraska and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Concordia University Nebraska application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
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 considered for admission, even 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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Concordia University Nebraska is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Concordia University Nebraska
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Concordia University-Nebraska is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 85.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.52 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1040-1235); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025