Common questions
Where does Concordia University, Nebraska place in the U.S. News & World Report College rankings?Concordia is ranked in the top tier at No.16 of the Midwest Region of best baccalaureate colleges category in U.S. News and World Report's rankings.
- Concordia is the highest ranked Nebraska school in its class.
- Based an overall score of 66, Concordia also compares well with schools in other categories and regions. Concordia, Nebraska's overall score was the highest among all schools that are part of the Concordia University System.
What is there to do on campus?
There are many student organizations , intramural sports, special events like Homecoming or Spring Weekend, participate or be a spectator at athletic events, or just hang out in the dorm rooms .
What is there to do off-campus?
Plenty, see a longer list here. In Seward, there is the Rivoli movie theatre, Neutral Groundz Coffee House, Sparetime Bowling Alley, various restaurants or city parks, etc. In addition, the city of Lincoln is just 25 minutes away … you can do almost anything in Lincoln, such as shopping, movies, the zoo, Saltdogs baseball games (AA league), etc.
What GPA/Test score do I need to be admitted?
Currently our middle range for the ACT is 22-26 and our average GPA range is approximately 3.4-3.6. Conditional acceptance is also possible; please contact the admission office for more details about the conditional acceptance process.
If I do not file the FAFSA can I still get financial aid from Concordia?
Yes, you can still receive financial aid through Concordia, but you will not be eligible for any government aid, including federal grants or student loans. We highly recommend you file the FAFSA if you are even considering using student loans to help cover the costs of attending college
Is there housing in the area for my parents if they come with me on my campus visit?
Yes, there are several housing options available for your parents. These include on-campus guest housing, East Hill Motel, Super 8, or The Liberty House Bed and Breakfast. Please contact the admission office for more information on these accommodations.
Do you offer athletic scholarships?
Yes, we offer athletic scholarships for all 20 intercollegiate sports teams offered. The amount of these scholarships can vary depending on the coach’s evaluation of your ability and the needs of the program.
Do you have vocal groups available for students?
There are several choirs on campus— A Cappella Choir and Chamber Choir are auditioned, touring choirs. Women's Chorale and Male Chorus are auditioned choirs that for sing for regular campus chapel services, Christmas at Concordia, a spring concert, and the bi-annual Masterworks concert with the University A Cappella Choir.
Do you have instrumental groups available for students?
There are many different instrumental groups on campus for students. These include the University Symphonic Band, University Concert Band, jazz band, brass quintet, woodwind quintet, flute ensemble, percussion ensemble, and handbell choirs.
What about transferring college credit or getting credit for AP scores?
College Level Advanced Placement (CLEP), Advanced Placement (AP), or Military Credits are reviewed and considered for equivalent placement at Concordia. Policies for transfer of credit and equivalencies can be found here.Fast facts
- More than 2200 students from 43 states and several foreign countries are studying here
- Nearly 90 percent of our health professions and pre-law graduates are accepted by medical and law colleges
- Concordia is ranked in the top tier of the Midwest Regional Colleges category in U.S. News and World Report's rankings
- Concordia's student/faculty ratio is 18:1
- Concordia has more than 50 undergraduate programs and numerous pre-professional programs from which to choose -- majors range from art to education, chemistry and theology, and many other disciplines in-between
- Students fill more than 500 on-campus part-time jobs
- Nearly 99 percent of our students receive financial assistance
- Nearly 80% of our faculty have earned the highest degree in their respective fields of study
- There are 12 music ensembles within the music department, including the University A Cappella Choir and Symphonic Band, both of which tour nationally and internationally
- Concordia is a leader in preparing professional workers for The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod
- Concordia offers 20 intercollegiate athletic programs and is a member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference, one of the premier conferences in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
- Our student-athletes claimed the 2005 Great Plains Athletic Conference All-Sports Trophy
- For the seventh year in a row Concordia led the GPAC in the number of scholar-athletes recognized by NAIA; we also led the entire nation for the second year in a row.
- Close to 100% placement rates in mathematics, biology, physics, computer science, pre-seminary, and DCE.
