Institutional Research

Our mission is to provide data to support institutional improvement and effectiveness, as well as federal and state compliance. The Office of Institutional Research adheres to the Code of Ethics and Professional Practice of the Association of Institutional Research.

The 2024-2025 academic year evaluation schedule

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External Reporting

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2023 Fast Facts

Founded in 1872, Concord University is a public university dedicated to improving the lives of students and the community. The University is dedicated to innovative teaching and learning, intellectual and creative activities, and community service and civic engagement.

Total Enrollment = 1,798

Undergraduate = 1,472

Graduate = 326

Fall to Fall Retention Rate = 49%

(2017 Cohort)

6-year Graduation Rate = 42%

Degrees Conferred = 446

(4 years after graduation)

Working in WV = 59%

Bachelor’s Degree Median Salary = $39,992

Master’s Degree Median Salary = $49,224

Teacher Licensure = 100%

Social Work Licensure (Clinical) = 60%

Social Work Licensure (Master’s) = 40.7%

Social Work Licensure (Bachelor’s) = 48.5%

Direct Annual Economic Impact = $36.8 Million

For every $1.00 in state appropriations, $3.40 is returned to taxpayers

Grants and Sponsored Programs Value = $12 Million

Jobs Supported = 309

Breakdown of Students
First Time Freshman	443
Veterans	28
High School	65
Transfers	136
Countries Represented	31
States Represented	30
WV Counties Represented	51
Pell (UG Degree-Seeking)	52.4%
First-Generation	68%

Breakdown of Full-Time Faculty
Total Full-Time Faculty	106
Women	58
Men	48
Faculty From Minority Background	12%
Faculty With Terminal Degree	67%
Average Salary (All Ranks)	$60,381 (Fall 22)
Student-to-Faculty Ratio	15:1

22-23 IPEDS Cost & Financial Aid (Undergraduates)
In-State Tuition & Fees	$9,100
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees	$19,340
Room and Board (on-campus)	$10,090
Books and Supplies	$1,100
Other Expenses	$3,228
Full-Time Freshmen with Aid	96%
Average Full-Time 1st Year Aid	$9,805

Academics Matter

With over 70 majors, minors, and areas of study, Concord University is a place where you can succeed academically. Class sizes are small, with an average class size of 14 students in Fall 2023. 34% of our degree-seeking undergraduate students are enrolled in State high priority programs. Additionally, 17% of our Fall 2023 students are PROMISE Scholars. Concord University also provides many excellent academic programs for our students, and is the only University in West Virginia with a McNair Scholars Program.