Consult with Concordia University Chicago's admissions department for any important information, including application fees.
Students who submit their applications to Concordia University Chicago for fall should hear back from Concordia University Chicago by October 1.
The following is an overiew of some of Concordia University Chicago's admissions stats.
Concordia University Chicago 2022 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.2 |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional and are not considered |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Concordia University Chicago.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | Info Not Available | –– | –– |
Early Decision II | –– | –– | –– |
Early Action | No | –– | –– |
Concordia University Chicago may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Concordia University Chicago directly for more information about early applications.
➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
For more information on transferring to Concordia University Chicago, contact the school directly.
Concordia University Chicago has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.
What does Concordia University Chicago consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Character/Personal Qualities | Considered |
Geographical Residence | Considered |
Work Experience | Considered |
Extracurricular Activities | Considered |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Considered |
Application Essay | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
Religious Affiliation/Commitment | Considered |
State Residency | Considered |
Talent/Ability | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
Make sure to check with Concordia University Chicago for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Concordia University Chicago, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Concordia University Chicago's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | |||
Interview | ||||
Letter(s) of Recommendation | 1 | |||
Transcript(S) of College Record | ||||
Standardized Test Scores | ||||
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | ||||
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.0 | |||
Other Requirements | √ | general college preparatory program for degree seeking students | ||
Transcript of High School Record | √ |
Students admitted to Concordia University Chicago have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Concordia University Chicago does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.
Concordia University Chicago is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Concordia University Chicago during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Concordia University Chicago?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Concordia University Chicago.
Does Concordia University Chicago accept transfer credits?
✅ Concordia University Chicago accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Concordia University Chicago accepts:
• CLEP subject tests
Do I have to submit test scores to Concordia University Chicago?
✅ Concordia University Chicago is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.
What is Concordia University Chicago's acceptance rate?
✅ Concordia University Chicago's acceptance rate is 88%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Concordia University Chicago?
🟨 Concordia University Chicago may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.
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First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Concordia University Chicago is Continuous processing.
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Concordia University Chicago, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.18. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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