Concordia University-Irvine

Irvine, California · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$28,115

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

58.3%

Admission rate

66%

Undergrad size

1,536

In-state tuition

$43,480

Out-of-state tuition

$43,480

Cost of attendance

$58,682

Median earnings (10y)

$65,083

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
25
Retention
74.8%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (29%), humanities & arts (24%), business (20%).

  • STEM12%
  • Health29%
  • Business20%
  • Humanities & arts24%
  • Social sciences6%
  • Trades & services9%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

38 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Master's570$55,913
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.Master's233
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's231$85,686$30,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's204$63,357
Educational Administration and Supervision.Master's191$85,614
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.Master's186
Curriculum and Instruction.Master's169$80,644
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's146$37,016$26,822
Educational/Instructional Media Design.Master's117$81,489
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's69$28,898$27,000
Psychology, General.Bachelor's58$23,587$25,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Graduate certificate57
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's54$19,797$26,000
Biology, General.Bachelor's48$28,436$27,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Master's42
Educational Administration and Supervision.Doctoral41
Behavioral Sciences.Bachelor's38$20,129$24,583
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's37$33,624$25,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's37
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's35
History.Bachelor's26$26,445
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Master's22
Music.Bachelor's22
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Bachelor's22
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Bachelor's21
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.Graduate certificate17
Design and Applied Arts.Bachelor's16
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.Bachelor's14
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's14
Computer Science.Bachelor's12
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's12$22,500
Public Health.Master's12
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's9
Special Education and Teaching.Master's7
Mathematics.Bachelor's7
Chemistry.Bachelor's5
Physics.Bachelor's5
International/Globalization Studies.Master's3$33,510

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Concordia University-Irvine

Concordia University-Irvine is a mid-sized institution located in Irvine, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,536 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Parks & recreation.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Concordia University-Irvine — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $28,115 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $43,480 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $58,682 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 58.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 74.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $65,083 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Concordia University-Irvine confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (29% of credentials), humanities & arts (24% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Concordia University-Irvine accepts 66% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.

Location & campus

Set in Irvine, California (city), Concordia University-Irvine draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Concordia University-Irvine

Q.How much does Concordia University-Irvine cost?

The average net price at Concordia University-Irvine is $28,115 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $58,682.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Concordia University-Irvine?

Concordia University-Irvine has a 6-year graduation rate of 58.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Concordia University-Irvine?

Concordia University-Irvine admits 66% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Concordia University-Irvine graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Concordia University-Irvine graduate earns $65,083 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Concordia University-Irvine?

Published tuition is $43,480 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Concordia University-Irvine located?

Concordia University-Irvine is located in Irvine, California (ZIP 92612).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Concordia University-Irvine at their official website.