CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY (CUI)
- 1530 Concordia West
- Irvine, CA 92612
- OPEID College Code: 02070500
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- General Phone: (949) 854-8002
- Interim President: Loren Kramer
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 2,564
- College Alias: CUI
- College Mascot: Eagles
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Concordia University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- Website
- www.cui.edu

- Mission Statement
- Concordia University Irvine, guided by the Great Commission of Christ Jesus and the Lutheran Confessions, empowers students through the liberal arts and professional studies for lives of learning, service and leadership.
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Smaller Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Plus Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Professional (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Concordia University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.cui.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Recommended
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 666 | 1,249 | 1,915 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 405 (61%) | 787 (63%) | 1,192 (62%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 128 (32%) | 200 (25%) | 328 (28%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 281 | 86% |
| ACT ® Exam | 133 | 41% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 460 | 560 |
| SAT ® Math | 450 | 570 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 19 | 25 |
| ACT ® English | - | - |
| ACT ® Math | - | - |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: CUI Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 95%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 54% | 21% | 19% | 91% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $8,341 | $4,377 | $7,251 | $10,618 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.8% | 2.3% | 1.2% |
| Number in Default | 12 | 12 | 7 |
| Number in Repayment | 665 | 506 | 578 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $24,950 | $23,930 | $22,380 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $24,950 | $23,930 | $22,380 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $24,950 | $23,930 | $22,380 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,500 | $1,300 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,230 | $7,880 | $7,700 |
| Other Expenses | $2,950 | $2,950 | $3,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $37,730 | $36,260 | $34,380 |
| In-State | $37,730 | $36,260 | $34,380 |
| Out of State | $37,730 | $36,260 | $34,380 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $26,550 | $25,430 | $23,680 |
| In-State | $26,550 | $25,430 | $23,680 |
| Out of State | $26,550 | $25,430 | $23,680 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $26,550 | $25,430 | $23,680 |
| In-State | $26,550 | $25,430 | $23,680 |
| Out of State | $26,550 | $25,430 | $23,680 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,564 Undergraduate: 1,431 Graduate: 1,133
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,072 Female: 1,492
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 561 Female: 870
- Graduate Gender Male: 511 Female: 622
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,273 Part-Time: 291
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,365 Part-Time: 66
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 908 Part-Time: 225
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 96 | 4% |
| American Indian | 23 | 0.9% |
| Black | 86 | 3% |
| Asian | 121 | 5% |
| Hispanic | 307 | 12% |
| White | 1,472 | 57% |
| Unknown | 459 | 18% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 3 | 0.1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 438 | 17% |
| Ages 20-21 | 534 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 357 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 394 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 199 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 203 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 286 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 150 | 6% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 462 | 230 | 232 |
| Faculty Status | 98 | 93 | 5 |
| Graduate Assistants | 1 | - | 1 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 280 | 77 | 203 |
| Primarily Instruction | 275 | 72 | 203 |
| Primarily Research | 5 | 5 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 36 | 33 | 3 |
| Other Professionals | 97 | 82 | 15 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 49 | 38 | 11 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 32 | 28 | 4 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 17 | 10 | 7 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $43,918 (8) | $52,981 (4) | $34,855 (4) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,348 (4) | $59,464 (3) | $55,000 (1) |
| Instructor | $29,489 (4) | $33,534 (1) | $28,140 (3) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $65,853 (64) | $66,097 (38) | $65,497 (26) |
| Professor | $73,976 (22) | $74,754 (18) | $70,479 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $65,740 (16) | $58,445 (6) | $70,117 (10) |
| Assistant Professor | $59,049 (26) | $58,246 (14) | $59,987 (12) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,774 (72) | $53,976 (42) | $51,092 (30) |
| Professor | $60,528 (22) | $61,163 (18) | $57,666 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $53,788 (16) | $47,820 (6) | $57,369 (10) |
| Assistant Professor | $49,652 (30) | $49,740 (17) | $49,537 (13) |
| Instructor | $29,489 (4) | $33,534 (1) | $28,140 (3) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $2,120,313 | $1,031,583 | $1,088,730 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 49% | 51% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 268 | 136 | 132 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Baseball | 35 | 35 | - |
| Basketball | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| All Track Combined | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Soccer | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Softball | 21 | - | 21 |
| Swimming and Diving | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Tennis | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 21 | - | 21 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $46,094 | $38,391 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $15,580 | $16,470 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Baseball | 5 | 5 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 4 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Softball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Swimming and Diving | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Tennis | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Volleyball | 6 | - | 6 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | - | 5 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 74%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 65% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 67% |
| Female | 64% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 36% |
| Asian | 63% |
| Hispanic | 68% |
| White | 66% |
| Unknown | 60% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 57% |
| 5 Years | 63% |
| 6 Years | 65% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 | 9 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 6 | 13 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
Concordia University Reviews
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009