University Profile

Welcome to ! State University located in Athens, www.concord.edu

Updated: 4.21.20

oncord University, founded in 1872, is a public, liberal arts institution located in Athens, West Virginia in the United States. It is known for its picturesque campus C which has been called "The Campus Beautiful" for its scenic location on a knoll overlooking the mountains in the area. Concord is a small campus and known for its supportive community, committed to helping students achieve dreams.

Why Concord University? Affordable Tuition Small Class Size On campus ESL US and International Internships Research Opportunities On-Campus Career Fairs

Concord University is renowned for its academic rigor. Students Campus Location can participate in internships and many students participate in Concord University is a research projects with faculty. Concord University is accredited by 123-acre campus the Higher Learning Commission. situated in the scenic West Virginia mountains. Concord is a close-knit community where students and faculty know each other on a first-name basis.

It is located in the heart of the state's top outdoor recreational area where skiing, whitewater rafting, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, camping, golfing, and other outdoor recreational opportunities are abundant. Programs

Advertising/Graphic Design Computer Science - Cybersecurity Art - Studio Art Computer Science - Software Development Athletic Training English - Creative Writing Biology English - Literature Biology - Molecular English - Professional Writing Biology - Organismal and Field Environmental Geosciences Biology - Pre-Physician’s Assistant/Pre-Therapy Geography and Geospatial Science Business Administration - Accounting 3 + 1 Health Sciences (Pre-Pharmacy) Business Administration - Finance Health Sciences – Exercise Science New! Business Administration - Management Health Sciences – Pre-Physical Therapy New! Business Administration - Marketing Health Sciences – Pre-Professional Studies New! Business Administration - Sport Management History Chemistry International Studies - Interdisciplinary Studies Communication Arts - Broadcasting Music - Interdisciplinary Studies Communication Arts - Journalism Political Science Communication Arts - Public Relations Psychology Communication Arts - Theatre Recreation and Tourism Management - Hospitality Computer Information Systems - Accounting and Control Recreation and Tourism Management - Park & Recreation Computer Information Systems - Geospatial Science Management Computer Information Systems - Information Technology Recreation and Tourism Management - Tourism Planning & Computer Information Systems - Management Promotion Computer Information Systems - Web Sociology Computer Science - Analysis, Simulation, and Modeling Sociology - Criminology Emphasis

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Student Life More than 70 student clubs and organizations, a student government, socially active Greek life with fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional societies. Concord University’s Student Activities Committee is a campus organization that sponsors many events each semester, including comedians, lecturers, musicians, and other entertainers.

Athletics Concord is a NCAA Division II school and a member of the .

Men’s Women’s Football Volleyball Baseball Softball Cross-Country Cross-Country Golf Golf Soccer Soccer Tennis Tennis Basketball Basketball Track & Field Track & Field Cheerleading

If you just want to play for fun, you can join any number of Intramural sports including basketball, dodge ball, flag football, soccer, softball and volleyball, or you can get in shape at our fitness center.

Housing More than 1,000 students live in three residence halls featuring community living areas and suites. All residential housing facilities are wired for cable television and internet and include study lounges, television lounges, kitchens and laundry facilities. Students can dine at multiple facilities on-campus and CU also offers a student health center.

Concord University by the Numbers

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Application Requirements

Completed application (no fee) Apply online: apply.concord.edu/portal/eag Transcripts, diplomas and/or certifications (in English) WES/ECE evaluation (transfer applicants only) Mail Completed application packet to: SAT/ACT optional (may be required of some applicants) Concord University Office of International Admissions CU Contact: 1000 Vermillion St. Office of International Admissions Athens, WV 24712 U.S.A. Email: [email protected] Phone: +1-304-384-5249 WhatsApp: +1-304-503-4858

English Proficiency

TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL Paper IELTS Duolingo ELS 60 500 6.0 85 Level 112

Tuition & Fees

Undergraduate Tuition/ESL Tuition (2020-21) $18,588 Room & Board $10,168

Scholarships

CU academic scholarships are based on academic ability; need-based scholarships are not available. Applicants are reviewed for academic scholarship during the admission process. Awards are noted in yearly amounts.

Freshmen Transfer Scholarship GPA Range Amount Scholarship GPA Range Amount International Dean's 3.0 - 3.49 $5,000 Int'l Transfer 2.75 - 3.49 $3,000 Int'l Presidential 3.5 - 4.0 $7,000 Int'l Transfer Distinction 3.5 - 4.0 $5,000

Scholarships are renewable for up to 4 years. Students Minimum year of U.S. university coursework – no ESL must maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA to renew each Scholarships are renewable for up to 3 years semester. Students with tuition reduction will receive lower scholarship amounts.

Updated: 4.21.20