Concordia University-Chicago
River Forest, Illinois · Private
Concordia University-Chicago admitted 93% of 4,200 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). Test scores are optional. 46% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Concordia University-Chicago
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Application deadlines
Concordia University-Chicago’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Concordia University-Chicago’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Concordia University-Chicago doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Concordia University-Chicago rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
High school GPA
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $49,998 a year. After grants, students paid $17,767 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Concordia University-Chicago’s acceptance rate?
Concordia University-Chicago admitted 93% of applicants: 3,897 of 4,200 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is Concordia University-Chicago’s application deadline?
Concordia University-Chicago uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
How much is Concordia University-Chicago’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Concordia University-Chicago have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Concordia University-Chicago asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one optional short answer, up to 200 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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