Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Concordia University-Wisconsin worth it?
Pay $36,201/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $56,075 ten years out — about 1.5× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: D.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Concordia University-Wisconsin vs Wisconsin avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Wisconsin college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Concordia University-Wisconsin | Wisconsin avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▼ $36,201 | $20,030 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▲ $56,075 | $54,525 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▼ $25,750 | $23,386 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▲ 68.4% | 57.6% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | ▲ 78.2% | 78.7% | 72.3% |
Hidden cost
What you actually pay, by family income
Net price after grants and scholarships changes a lot depending on family income. Find your bracket.
Total cost
4-year cost projection
Estimated net price each year through graduation, assuming a typical 3% annual tuition increase.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $213,260 over four years. Most students get $17,114/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $25,750 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 46% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're well below that threshold.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Concordia University-Wisconsin grad earns about $443,000 more than a high school graduate (assuming HS median ≈ $45k/yr, BLS).
Caveat: this is a population median, not a guarantee. Actual outcomes vary widely by major, career path, and individual choices. We're showing the median to set realistic expectations.
The verdict
What the numbers say about Concordia University-Wisconsin
The average student at Concordia University-Wisconsin pays $36,201 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $53,315 published sticker price. That is above the WI average net price of $20,030.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $56,075 — above the WI median of $54,525. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $25,750, roughly $279 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a moderate load at about 46% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
Cheaper Wisconsin colleges with comparable outcomes
Same state, at least 20% lower net price, with earnings within reach of Concordia University-Wisconsin.
Kenosha, WI · Public University of Wisconsin-Parkside A 
Milwaukee, WI · Private Non-Profit Milwaukee School of Engineering B Frequently asked
Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Concordia University-Wisconsin?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $36,201 per year. That's $17,114/yr in financial aid against the $53,315 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $144,804.
How much do Concordia University-Wisconsin graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Concordia University-Wisconsin graduates earn a median of $56,075 per year — above the national average of $50,834. That's about 1.5× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Concordia University-Wisconsin graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $25,750 — about $279/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 60.1% of students take federal loans.
Is Concordia University-Wisconsin worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Concordia University-Wisconsin a value grade of D — top 92% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $36,201/yr, earn $56,075/yr ten years out, ROI score of 3.87. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Concordia University-Wisconsin?
26.7% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 60.1% take federal student loans. On average, students get $17,114 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Concordia University-Wisconsin?
In-state tuition is $35,470 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $35,470 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Concordia University-Wisconsin?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $34,991. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $38,595. See the chart below for all five income bands.
How we calculate ROI
Every number on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI score = (median earnings 10 years out × 10) / (avg net price × 4). The higher the ratio, the more graduates earn per dollar invested. We then percentile-rank every US college on that score to assign letter grades A+ through D. Read the full methodology →