PrivateSuburbanConcordia University-Wisconsin
CUW
Mequon, Wisconsin 53097-2402
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Concordia University-Wisconsin is a private institution in Mequon with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1250, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,075 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,067.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Falcons
History & Fun Facts
- •History In the spring of 1881, the Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota districts of the LCMS decided to open a gymnasium in Milwaukee.
- •The resulting school was opened that September at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in downtown Milwaukee.
- •A year of instruction was added each year through 1890, making a total of four years.
- •The college was located between 31st and 33rd Streets and State Street and Highland Boulevard in Milwaukee until 1983.
- •In 1887, the three districts transferred ownership to the LCMS itself.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
54.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,500
Programs (131)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
78%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
17
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from WI state average + suburban adjustment