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Concordia University Irvine

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world rank  2619

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Overview

Founded in 1976, the Concordia University Irvine is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Irvine (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Concordia University Irvine (CUI) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Lutheran religion. Concordia University Irvine (CUI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 49-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CUI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Concordia University Irvine's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Concordia University Irvine's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Concordia University Irvine' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Concordia University Irvine's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym CUI
Founded 1976
Motto Developing Wise, Honorable and Cultivated Citizens
Colours Green and gold
Mascot Eagles
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University Location

Address 1530 Concordia West
Irvine
92612-3203 California
United States
Concordia University Irvine's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Concordia University Irvine Phone Number (949) 854 8002
Concordia University Irvine Fax Number (949) 854 6888
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Concordia University Irvine is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Concordia University Irvine's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Concordia University Irvine categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Concordia University Irvine.



Concordia University Irvine: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Concordia University Irvine's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Concordia University Irvine's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is considered but not required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is considered but not required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Concordia University Irvine's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Concordia University Irvine's Admission Office Admission Office

1530 Concordia West
Irvine 92612-3299
(949) 854 8002
800 229 1200

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Concordia University Irvine's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Concordia University Irvine's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Concordia University Irvine's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Concordia University Irvine's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Concordia University Irvine's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Concordia University Irvine's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Concordia University Irvine's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Concordia University Irvine is Christian-Lutheran Religious Affiliation

Christian-Lutheran. Lutheran Church Missouri Synod - www.lcms.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Concordia University Irvine's Library University Library

Yes Visit Concordia University Irvine's Library
Concordia University-Irvine's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 67,679 physical volumes, 822 digital/electronic media and 40 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 2 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Concordia University-Irvine's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Concordia University Irvine's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Concordia University Irvine provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,024 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Concordia University Irvine's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Concordia University Irvine's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Concordia University Irvine's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Concordia University Irvine's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Concordia University Irvine's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Concordia University Irvine's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Concordia University Irvine's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Concordia University Irvine's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Concordia University Irvine is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1981


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Concordia University Irvine's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Concordia University Irvine's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Concordia University System (CUS)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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