Question 1

What is unique about Concordia University?

Accepted Answer

Concordia has a long history of following a Christ-centered approach when it comes to imparting knowledge to its students.The institute aims to develop students in a way that allows them to help others in “uncommon ways”.The Concordia University system, includes a number of colleges & universities, with each running independently but all affiliated with the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.Community Service is a regular feature, with a dedicated student club that takes care of this.

Question 2

How big is Concordia Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

The CUW campus is spread around a 200-acre area of land located just about on the shoreline of Lake Michigan in Mequon.The campus offers a number of student support resources to aid them over their respective educational journeys, in the form of clubs & organizations, placement support as well as personalised counselling sessions with industry experts.Community interaction is given special emphasis to, with a number of student events being organized over the course of an academic year, providing the perfect platform for students to interact, learn & form meaningful bonds with their peers.

Question 3

Is Concordia University Wisconsin a good university?

Accepted Answer

The institute is based in one of the most beautiful surroundings in the United States, follows a Christ-centered approach in its education, with the aim of fostering inclusivity & brotherhood.CUW also maintains a respectable placement record with 78% of its Graduate Class of 2022-23 employed full-time, while 19% were enrolled in higher studies, with only 3% doing neither.Students also have a number of opportunities to learn & showcase their talents in as part of student events that take place regularly over the academic year.All-in-all, Concordia Mequon can be described as a decent institute to pursue studies from.

Question 4

What is the Concordia University Wisconsin famous for?

Accepted Answer

Concordia Wisconsin is known for its amazing surroundings, & close proximity to natural beauty.Located near the Lake Michigan, CUW students are just a short distance away from scenic-lakes, farms, water parks & sports grounds that offer a welcome respite from the hectic student life.Some top places for students to explore in Mequon include: Harley Davidson Museum, Milwaukee Art Museum, Lakefront Brewery, American Family Field & Basilica of St. Josaphat among others.

Question 5

Which has better chances of admission: Concordia University Wisconsin or New England College?

Accepted Answer

The Concordia Wisconsin acceptance rate of 68%, makes it fairly selective at picking students for admissions. New England College, on the other hand, has a much healthier acceptance rate of 96%, making it relatively easier to secure admissions at than CUW.Interested applicants are required to perform well as part of their school & college level academics either way, more so, if they are seeking admissions at Concordia University Wisconsin.

Question 6

Can international students get PR in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Yes, international students pursuing their higher studies from an US-based institution can go on to attain permanent residency (PR), also called a green card, in the United States.To obtain a green card, students studying on an F1 visa (student visa), have to apply for an OPT or STEM OPT Extension followed by an H1B visa (post-study employment visa), for which they must attain a job offer from a recognised organisation in the United States. H-1 B Visa holders are then eligible to apply for the Green Card.Check out: F1 Student Visa to USA Green Card, for a more detailed description of the same.

Question 7

What is the median salary earned by graduates at Concordia University Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

The median annual salary earned by graduates of the Concordia University Wisconsin is USD 53,000 (INR 45.4 L).The institute's graduates are employed across some of the best for & non-profit organizations, in Wisconsin & the United States & are paid handsomely for contributions to respective industries.KPMG, La Macchia Group, Milwaukee Powersports & Discovery World are some popular organizations known to recruit CUW graduates.

Question 8

What is the placement rate at Concordia University Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

The Concordia University Wisconsin graduate employment rate stands at 78% (as of 2022-23), with about 97% of the graduates either employed or pursuing higher education.The overall median salary earned by the university's graduates is USD 53,000 (INR 45.4 L), with the university's Nursing students earning the highest annual average salary of USD 71,000 (INR 60.9 L), while the Education graduates are subjected to the lowest annual average salary of USD 43,000 (INR 36.9 L).

Question 9

Is it hard to get into Concordia University Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

As per data curated from an unofficial source, the Concordia University Wisconsin acceptance rate stands at 68%.The institute accepts on an average about 68 applications for every 100 it receives, showing a preference to better qualified candidates.Interested applicants, must maintain solid scores during school & college level education, a professional resume highlighting any work experience & submit respective applications on time to have a good chance of securing a seat at the institute.

Question 10

What is the minimum IELTS score needed for admissions at Concordia University Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

The institute requires international students to demonstrate proficiency in English, as part of the application process.IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo & PTE are some popular test scores accepted by the institute for admissions.The test score requirements are different for UG & PG students; these are as given below:TestMinimum Score (UG)Minimum Score (PG)TOEFL6179IELTS6.06.5PTE5560Duolingo90100

Question 11

Does Concordia University Wisconsin offer scholarships for international students?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Concordia University Wisconsin is known to offer scholarships to international students, however, they are limited to undergraduate students only.Listed below are the popular scholarships available to international students:ScholarshipFinancial RewardPresidential ScholarshipUSD 9,000 –USD 12,000 (INR 7.7 L-INR 10.3 L)Talent ScholarshipVariesConcordia GrantINR 4.3 LLuther PromiseINR 2.57 LGraduate students, have the option to take up an assistantship opportunity for which they are offered USD 1,000 (INR 85 K) a month.

Question 12

What is the Graduate assistantship offered at Concordia University Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

The international graduate students at Concordia University Wisconsin can seek financial assistance through the Graduate assistantship offered by the university. Through the graduate assistantship, the graduate students are offered job opportunities in one of the departments offering positions through students. Through this, the students can earn USD 1,000 (INR 85K) at the end of each month. International students applying for the graduate assistantship are required to submit the below-mentioned documents-Fill out the graduate assistantship formTwo letters of recommendation from a professorUpdated resume with biographyCover letter to the Graduate Assistant Selection Director explaining your need for applying to the said position.

Question 13

What is the International student deposit at Concordia University?

Accepted Answer

The institute accepts a non-refundable tuition deposit of USD 300 (INR 25.6 K). from all international students upon their acceptance to the institute.Students must note that this is not an additional fee, but a deposit that secures a student's seat at the institute & is classified under “Tuition upon arrival”. It has an expiry period of 1 year.

Question 14

How much is the Concordia University tuition fees for international students?

Accepted Answer

The tuition fees for international students varies as per the level of the course & the specialisation being applied for.Check out the table below to know more about Concordia Wisconsin tuition fees for UG & PG students:CourseFeesUndergraduate (per-semester)USD 17,475 (INR 14.8 L)Postgraduate (per-semester)USD 15,770 (INR 13.35 L)Note that the fees given above are average costs, actual tuition fees may vary for different courses.

Question 15

Does Concordia University Wisconsin require a GRE?

Accepted Answer

No, Concordia University Wisconsin does not expect GRE scores from its graduate applicants. Instead, they must have a graduate degree from an accredited undergraduate program and submit details, such as a letter of recommendation, statement of purpose, transcripts from previous universities, GPA scores, and more.

Question 16

What are the popular majors at Concordia University Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

The Concordia University Wisconsin popular majors include Health Professions and Related Programs; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Education; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Services; and more. Students can refer to the table below for the popular majors at Concordia University Wisconsin along with the graduation percentage:Popular MajorsGraduate Percentage Health Professions and Related Programs33%Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services20%Education8%Biological and Biomedical Sciences5% Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services4%

Question 17

How much does Concordia cost for International students?

Accepted Answer

The cost of living as part of Concordia University varies depending on the quality of accommodation, a student decides to pursue.The annual estimated costs of room & board as part of university maintained student accommodation at Concordia University Wisconsin is USD 13,200 (INR 11.3 L). There are also some other costs such as Room Security Deposit, Consolidate Fees, Parking costs, etc. that students must also plan for before moving to CUW.

Question 18

Is Concordia Wisconsin a top university?

Accepted Answer

As per National University Rankings, rolled out by a prominent university ranking publication for the year 2025, Concordia Wisconsin secures a rank of #329 among all colleges & universities based in the United States.Further, the institute also secures a US-wide rank of #392 as part of the Nursing course category & #345 as part of Top Performers on Social Mobility category rankings given by the same source.

Question 19

What is the #1 university in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

As per Shiksha rankings of top colleges & universities in the Wisconsin region, the University of Wisconsin-Madison secures the #1 spot.Based in Madison, Wisconsin, it is a public institute that also ranks among the top 30 colleges & universities in the United States, securing a country level rank #28 as per Shiksha Rankings.

Question 20

Where do most Concordia Wisconsin students live?

Accepted Answer

As per data (Fall 2023) curated from an unofficial source, the total percentage of students which live as part of university maintained facilities is 52%,  while the remaining 48% students live as part of off-campus accommodation.The institute offers accommodation in the form of residence halls, with separate halls for juniors & seniors. Some halls do accept both boys & girls, who live as part of different floors.

Alumni Name	Alumni Profession	Alumni
Bernard Bull	President of Concordia University Nebraska
Andre Carson	Politician
David Clarke	Former Sheriff of Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Theodore Dammann	Lutheran Pastor & Politician
Martin E. Marty	American Lutheran Religious Scholar

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