by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Concordia University, Irvine worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Concordia University, Irvine is ranked #2,576 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 5% for value). Within California, it ranks #199 of 304 for value.
Among the majors Concordia University, Irvine offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Behavioral Sciences | #21 of 23 |
| Behavioral Science | #21 of 23 |
| Psychology | #21 of 23 |
| Communications | #160 of 200 |
| Liberal Arts | #305 of 345 |
| Liberal Arts General Studies | #424 of 473 |
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | #424 of 473 |
| Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies | #427 of 534 |
| Exercise Science | #486 of 547 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #513 of 620 |
Read the full Concordia University, Irvine value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Concordia University-Irvine is ranked #42 out of #346 in California for quality and #199 out of #304 for California value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Concordia University, Irvine financial aid page to be sure.
Concordia University-Irvine is ranked #2,576 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Concordia University-Irvine is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Concordia University, Irvine costs about $31,799. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $127,194 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $58,811 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $28,115 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $31,799 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $127,194 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Concordia University, Irvine net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Concordia University, Irvine degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $235,244 | — | — |
| All Students | $127,194 | #2,576 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $112,460 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $235,244 | — | — |
| All Students | $127,194 | #199 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $112,460 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Concordia University, Irvine shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $23,532 |
| $30K–$48K | $21,767 |
| $48K–$75K | $25,220 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,615 |
| Over $110K | $33,909 |
About 88% of Concordia University, Irvine undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $26,137 per year. Get more details on the Concordia University, Irvine financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Concordia University, Irvine net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.