Concord University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Concord University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

91.4%

Admission Difficulty for Concord University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Very Easy
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Concord University is 91.4%. Its admission rate is the 9th lowest in West Virginia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Concord University and can you get accepted?

Concord University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,581 out of the 1,730 who applied were admitted.

Concord University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.4. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Concord University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.4 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1010 on the SAT
Score 21 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Concord University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.4

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Concord University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Concord University are to have around a 3.4 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.4 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Concord University accepts 91% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Concord University is 3.4 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 #8 in West Virginia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Concord University 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 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Concord University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	17.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	18.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	16.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	16.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	14.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	12.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	7.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Concord University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Concord University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 60% of students submitted SAT scores and 29% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

890-1135

Applicants Submitting SAT

60%

SAT Scores for Concord University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	450
Math 25th Percentile	440
Composite 25th Percentile	890

SAT Scores for Concord University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	580
Math 75th Percentile	555
Composite 75th Percentile	1135
Average SAT Score	1010

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Concord University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Concord University is 1010 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 890-1135. Students who get into Concord University score in the top 79 percent of all SAT test takers.. Concord University ranks #9 in the state of West Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1010 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Concord University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 890 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 890, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 770, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Concord University 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 1010 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 1012, you have around a 91% chance of being admitted. A 1135 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 95% chance of getting in.

Concord University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1135 and Above	Good	>95%
1012 to 1135	Avg +	91%-95%
890 to 1012	Avg -	84%-91%
768 to 890	Reach	74%-84%
Less than 768	Low	<74%

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Concord University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

18-24

Applicants Submitting ACT

29%

ACT Scores for Concord University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	16
Math 25th Percentile	16
Composite 25th Percentile	18

ACT Scores for Concord University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	23
Math 75th Percentile	23
Composite 75th Percentile	24
Average ACT Score	21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Concord University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Concord University is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 24. The school ranks #6 in West Virginia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 15.

29 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Concord University.

Score Submission Requirements

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

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Concord University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 91% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 95% with a 24 ACT score.

Concord University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
24 and Above	Good	>95%
21 to 24	Avg +	91%-95%
18 to 21	Avg -	84%-91%
15 to 18	Reach	74%-84%
Less than 15	Low	<74%

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High School Class Rank

67% of Concord University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 33% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Concord University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	16%
Top 25% of class	33%
Top 50% of class	67%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Concord University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	880	850	1,730
Accepted	825	756	1,581
Acceptance Rate	94%	89%	91%
Enrolled	197	173	370
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	24%	23%	23%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Concord University 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Concord University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Concord University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.4 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1010 and ACT of 21 will almost guarantee your admission.