Concord University Admission Requirements

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Concord University Admission Overview

Concord University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Concord University admitted 92.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.4 GPA (B+) and SAT 830-1090 / ACT 17-24. Concord University 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

Concord University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

92.6%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Concord University

Acceptance Rate

The Concord University acceptance rate is 92.6%. Last year, 2,390 of 2,582 applicants were admitted. That is the 7th lowest acceptance rate 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, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Concord University typically 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. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Concord University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.4

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.4

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Concord University typically have around a 3.4 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Concord University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #8 in West Virginia for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Concord University freshmen
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

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Concord University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

830-1090

Freshmen who sent SAT

57%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 440
  • Math 390
  • Composite 830
SAT 25th percentile scores for Concord University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 560
  • Math 530
  • Composite 1090
SAT 75th percentile scores for Concord University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Concord University typically score around a 960 SAT (middle 50% 830–1090) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 32nd percentile nationally. Concord University ranks #13 in the state of West Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 830 to 1090

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Concord University 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 960 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 Concord University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1090+ Above 75th >96%
960 to 1090 Avg + 93%-96%
830 to 960 Avg - 87%-93%
Below 830 Below mid-50 <87%

What do these figures mean?

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

Concord University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

17-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

21%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 16
  • Math 16
  • Composite 17
ACT 25th percentile scores for Concord University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 24
  • Math 22
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for Concord University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Concord University typically have around a 20 ACT (mid-50 17–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 51st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Concord University places #9 among colleges in West Virginia for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 20.0 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 Concord University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >97%
20 to 24 Avg + 93%-97%
17 to 20 Avg - 88%-93%
Below 17 Below mid-50 <88%

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Concord University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,365 1,217 2,582
Accepted 1,305 1,085 2,390
Acceptance Rate 96% 89% 93%
Enrolled 228 208 436
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 19% 18%

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

Application Requirements

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

Concord University 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Concord University 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 Concord University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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

Admission summary

Concord University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 92.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.4 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (830-1090); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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

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GPA calculator: Concord University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026