Campus Identity
Concordia University-Nebraska is a small private nonprofit university in Seward, NE. Approximately 1,283 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 86% acceptance rate. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 79/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Concordia University-Nebraska is a small private nonprofit university in Seward, NE. Approximately 1,283 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 86% acceptance rate. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 79/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Concordia University-Nebraska is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school with NAIA athletics and an active Greek scene. The campus is 70 miles from Mt. Crescent Ski Area.
Athletics
NAIA
GPAC
Greek Life
Active Organizations
Fraternities & sororities present
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Town setting
Weather
Cold Climate
42°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Concordia University-Nebraska students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Crescent Ski Area, 70 miles away with 2 lifts and 50 skiable acres. All are within 180 miles of campus.
Missouri
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Seward, NE
Seward has a cool climate, with winters averaging 23°F in Jan and summers peaking around 75°F in Jul.
Station: SEWARD · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Concordia University-Nebraska in NE earns a composite safety score of 79/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $40,640 |
| Fees | $710 |
| Room & Board | $10,850 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $52,200 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
67 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Concordia University-Nebraska located?
Concordia University-Nebraska is located in Seward, NE. The main campus address is 800 N Columbia Ave, Seward, NE. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Concordia University-Nebraska?
Concordia University-Nebraska has an acceptance rate of 86%, making it accessible. Out of 1,583 applicants, 1,357 were admitted in the most recent year. 1,283 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for Concordia University-Nebraska?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Concordia University-Nebraska scored between ? and ? on the ACT, with a median of 23. About 1% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Concordia University-Nebraska?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Concordia University-Nebraska charges $40,640/year in tuition. Including room and board ($10,850/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $36,310/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,965/year — what students actually pay. Use Concordia University-Nebraska's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Concordia University-Nebraska have college sports?
Yes — Concordia University-Nebraska competes at the NAIA level in the GPAC. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is Concordia University-Nebraska the right fit for me?
Whether Concordia University-Nebraska is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (86% admit rate), avg net price ($23,965/year after aid), campus culture in Seward, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Concordia University-Nebraska against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Concordia University-Nebraska directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Seward, NE
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's, Master's
- NCAA
- NAIA
- Conference
- GPAC
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 42°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 79/100
- Nearest Airport
- Lincoln, NE (LNK) · 18 mialso OLU (39 mi), OFF (63 mi)
Location
Seward, NE