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Concordia University-Nebraska

Seward, NE·Private nonprofit·1,270 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

90%
Accept
1,270
Students
$24,016
Net Price
64%
Grad Rate
$44,100
Earnings
10 yr
$18,750
Debt

About This School

Concordia University-Nebraska is a private nonprofit institution located in Seward, Nebraska with approximately 1,270 undergraduate students enrolled. Concordia University-Nebraska has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 90%. The average net price after financial aid is $24,016 per year. The graduation rate is 64%, and the typical graduate earns $44,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Concordia University, Nebraska is a private Lutheran university in Seward, Nebraska. It was established in 1894 and is affiliated with the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod as one of seven schools in the Concordia University System. The university is organized into three schools: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Education, and the College of Graduate Studies.

This small Lutheran university in Seward is worth considering if you want a faith-based, tight-knit community with relatively manageable debt — graduates leave owing around $18,750, which is well below average. That said, the 64% graduation rate is a real concern, meaning more than 1 in 3 students who start here don't finish, so it's worth asking what support systems are in place. Median earnings of $44,100 a decade out are modest, making it a reasonable fit primarily if the mission, education programs, or campus culture genuinely align with your goals.

Founded
1894
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Education23%
Business & Marketing19%
Biological Sciences14%
Psychology8%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Computer Science3%
English2%
Physical Sciences2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1148
Reading 75th %ile625
Math 75th %ile610

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite23

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$39,330
Out-of-State Tuition
$39,330
Avg Net Price
$24,016
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants11%
Median debt at graduation$18,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
64%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
78%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$44,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$44,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.4x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White73%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,270 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Concordia University-Nebraska

800 N Columbia Ave

Seward, NE 68434-1556

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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