Concordia College

What Concordia College does

Concordia College is a private nonprofit liberal arts college founded in 1891, located in Moorhead, Minnesota (901 8th St. S.). The college operates three academic schools: the School of Arts and Sciences (18 departments and 9 interdisciplinary programs across fine arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences), the Offutt School of Business, and the Sanford Heimarck School of Health Professions (nursing, nutrition, social work, exercise science, clinical lab science, public health). It offers 140+ areas of study at the undergraduate and graduate level, including online and accelerated programs such as the Master of Science in Business Analytics and an Accelerated BS-to-MS pathway. The college also operates Concordia Language Villages, an immersive K-12 language program.

Revenue mechanics are subscription/recurring via tuition and fees (positioned as "among the lowest" of Minnesota private colleges), supplemented by alumni giving and donations managed through the Alumni and Family Engagement office and auxiliary revenue from the Cobber Bookstore, dining services, and student accounts. Customer segments span traditional undergraduates, graduate students, international students, transfer students, and PSEO/dual-enrollment high school students. The college enrolls roughly 501-1,000 employees in its workforce and maintains a 35,000+ alumni base spanning the nation and globe, with the "Cobbers" sub-brand.

Differentiation rests on the music program (Emmy Award-winning Christmas Concerts, 20 ensembles, 10 music major degrees, 14% share of Minnesota music educators), strong health-professions outcomes (94% five-year nursing pass rate, 100% nutrition/dietetics pass rate for 2025 graduates, 81% dental school acceptance), and an employer-validated internship pipeline (96% of employer evaluators would rehire). Technology is conventional higher-education infrastructure: Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus, OneDrive (1TB), Google Education Account (1TB Google Drive), and TouchNet for billing. Distribution is primarily direct admission through the website and Common Application, campus-based residential learning, online graduate programs for working professionals, and the Metro College Alliance cross-registration partnership.

Name

Concordia College

Legal name

Concordia College

Website

https://concordiacollege.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1891

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Concordia College is a private, nonprofit liberal arts college in Moorhead, Minnesota, offering 140+ undergraduate and graduate areas across Arts and Sciences, Business, and Health Professions, distinguished by its music program and strong credentialing outcomes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education (Liberal Arts)

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

General Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAH), University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA)

Keywords

• Liberal arts education
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate business programs
• Health professions education
• Music performance programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Moorhead

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Concordia College generates primary revenue through undergraduate and graduate tuition. The college offers financial aid packages, scholarships, and payment plans. Tuition is described as among the lowest of private colleges in Minnesota.
2. Alumni Giving and Donations: The college receives contributions from alumni and donors through the Alumni and Family Engagement office, including planned giving options, annual funds, and capital campaigns.
3. Student Services Fees: Revenue from student accounts including dining services, bookstore operations, and other auxiliary services.
4. Graduate and Continuing Education Programs: Revenue from graduate programs including Master of Science in Business Analytics, Master of Education programs, Master of Music in Music Education, Master of Science in Nutrition, and Master of Social Work, as well as accelerated programs and certificates.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Concordia College is a private liberal arts college offering undergraduate and graduate academic programs through three schools—the School of Arts and Sciences (18 departments), the Offutt School of Business, and the Sanford Heimarck School of Health Professions—encompassing 140+ areas of study, 10 undergraduate music major degrees, and graduate programs such as the Master of Science in Business Analytics, Master of Education, Master of Music in Music Education, Master of Science in Nutrition, and Master of Social Work. The college also operates Concordia Language Villages for immersive world-language education.

Product overview

Concordia College is a private liberal arts college offering undergraduate and graduate education through multiple academic divisions. The institution operates three main schools: the School of Arts and Sciences (the largest with 18 departments spanning fine arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences), the Offutt School of Business (offering business programs with the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership), and the Sanford Heimarck School of Health Professions (offering health-related programs including nursing, nutrition, and social work). The Music Department operates within the School of Arts and Sciences featuring the Hvidsten Hall of Music facility and renowned ensembles including the Concordia Choir. Graduate offerings include Master of Science programs in Business Analytics and Nutrition, Master of Social Work, Master of Education degrees, Master of Music in Music Education, and accelerated combined degree programs. The institution also operates Concordia Language Villages as a language immersion program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cobbers: Nickname for Concordia College students and alumni, derived from the Cobol name for the college mascot.

Products and services

• Offutt School of Business The Offutt School of Business is an academic division offering undergraduate and graduate business programs in accounting, finance, management, computer science (data analytics), data science, supply chain management, and business analytics. It includes the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and offers an accelerated MS in Business Analytics program.
• Sanford Heimarck School of Health Professions The Sanford Heimarck School of Health Professions is an academic division offering undergraduate and graduate programs in nursing, nutrition and dietetics, exercise science, clinical laboratory science, healthcare leadership, social work, public health, and biosciences, using interprofessional, interdisciplinary, and team-based educational approaches.
• School of Arts and Sciences The School of Arts and Sciences is Concordia's largest academic unit with 18 departments spanning fine arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences, plus nine interdisciplinary programs, offering majors, minors, concentrations, pre-professional programs, and interdisciplinary studies.
• Music Department The Music Department offers 10 undergraduate music major degrees, two music minors, a musical theatre performance minor, instrumental conducting certificate, and Master of Music in Music Education, with 20 music ensembles including the Concordia Choir, orchestra, and band programs.
• Graduate Studies Graduate-level academic programs including Master of Science in Business Analytics, Master of Science in Nutrition, Master of Social Work, Master of Education programs, Master of Music in Music Education, and Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Master of Science in Business Analytics An online graduate degree program for professionals who want to advance their careers by developing skills in strategic, data-driven decision-making.
• Accelerated Master of Science in Business Analytics A five-year combined program where students earn both a bachelor's degree (in accounting, business with finance or management concentration, computer science with data analytics, data science, finance, or supply chain management) and a Master of Science in Business Analytics.
• Concordia Language Villages An immersive language education program offering residential summer programs in world languages, including Waldsee German Language Village.
• The Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL) A center within the Offutt School of Business, located in Grant Center 220, that fosters creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurial spirit within the business school community.
• Hvidsten Hall of Music A music facility featuring collaborative workspaces, individual and ensemble practice rooms, Christiansen Recital Hall, Howard Choral Rehearsal Hall, Hanson Orchestral Hall, Buxton Choral Rehearsal Hall, and an Electronic Music Learning Lab Space.

Quantifiable outcome

• 94% five-year average nursing pass rate
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Metro College AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership allowing students to take courses at partner institutions in the metro area, expanding academic offerings and flexibility.
• YWCA Cass ClayminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRachel Clarke served as associate executive director before joining Concordia, suggesting ongoing community connections.
• Fargo-Moorhead Area Healthcare ProviderscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAbundant opportunities for internships, practicums, and clinicals in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Faculty are well-connected to regional employers providing access to stellar internship and practicum experiences.
• Anderson Office of Career SuccesscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Anderson Office of Career Success helps students secure internships and positions. 96% of employer evaluators would hire a Concordia student intern again.
• First Lutheran Church (Fargo)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRachel Clarke serves as active youth leader at First Lutheran Church in Fargo, connecting college leadership with faith community.
• Concordia Language VillagescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Susan Larson serves as Interim Executive Director of Concordia Language Villages, which operates language immersion programs including Waldsee German Language Village.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bethany Lutheran College: Small Lutheran-affiliated private college in Mankato, MN, with comparable size, faith heritage, and liberal arts curriculum. Direct competitor for the Lutheran and value-conscious private college segment.
• Augsburg University: Private urban university in Minneapolis with liberal arts core, faith heritage, and similar size. Competes for the same Minnesota private college applicant pool, especially transfer and adult learners.
• Luther College: Private Lutheran liberal arts college in Decorah, IA, with renowned music program, similar size, and four-year residential model. Comparable in faith heritage, music strength, and academic scope.
• Carleton College: Top-tier private liberal arts college in Northfield, MN, that competes with Concordia for Minnesota private college applicants, particularly high-achieving students seeking residential liberal arts experiences.
• College of Saint Benedict: Private Catholic liberal arts college in St. Joseph, MN, with similar size, residential model, and undergraduate focus. Competes for faith-oriented and traditional private college students in the Upper Midwest.
• St. Olaf College: Private residential liberal arts college in Northfield, MN, similarly Lutheran-affiliated, with comparable size, strong music program, and four-year residential model. Direct competitor for Minnesota private college applicants.
• Gustavus Adolphus College: Lutheran-affiliated private liberal arts college in St. Peter, MN, with similar size, music tradition, and Midwestern residential student base. Directly comparable in mission, faith heritage, and academic scope.
• Macalester College: Highly selective private liberal arts college in St. Paul, MN. Competes for top Minnesota private college applicants, though at a different selectivity tier; both share liberal arts mission and global focus.

Regional players

• Northern State University: Public university in Aberdeen, SD, with comparable size and liberal arts offerings serving the Upper Midwest regional student market. Adjacent public alternative for cost-sensitive applicants.
• Minnesota State University Moorhead: Public university in the same Moorhead, MN market, offering similar liberal arts and pre-professional programs at a lower price point. Competes directly for the same regional student pool.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/concordia_mn
• YouTubeyoutube.com/cobberweb
• Facebookfacebook.com/concordiacollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/concordia-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/concordia_mn
• Pinterestpinterest.com/concordia_mn

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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