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Concordia University-Wisconsin
Mequon, Wisconsin · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 12800 N Lake Shore Dr, Mequon, WI 53097 · Phone: (262) 243-5700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Sep 2026 · Other · Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology; Sep 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Concordia University-Wisconsin is a private non-profit trade and career school in Mequon, Wisconsin offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Concordia University-Wisconsin carry a median debt of $25,750 and earn a median of $56,075 ten years after entry; this campus's completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Concordia University-Wisconsin; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 26.7% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,480 | $48,680 | $55,000 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | $12,773 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Concordia University-Wisconsin is a private non-profit university located in Mequon, Wisconsin, a large suburb. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Concordia holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, along with several program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, the American Occupational Therapy Association, the American Physical Therapy Association, and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Among trade and career-focused offerings, the campus reports medical assistant programs as its top program area, with 3 completers recorded.
Federal data shows a median debt of $25,750 among graduates and median earnings of $56,075 ten years after entry. The completion rate for this campus specifically is not reported, though the state average completion rate for comparable institutions is 62.8%, and how this campus compares to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 26.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating some share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Given the limited trade-specific program data available (medical assistant programs with only 3 completers reported), prospective students—including adult career-changers—should contact the school directly to understand program length, format, and fit, since this information is not reported in the available federal data. To verify accreditation status and review the most current outcome figures, consult the Higher Learning Commission directly and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Concordia University-Wisconsin reports medical assistant programs as its trade-related offering, with 3 completers recorded in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Concordia is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with several field-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education and the American Physical Therapy Association's accreditation body.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this specific campus is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable institutions is 62.8%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $25,750, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are $56,075 ten years after entry, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Concordia University-Wisconsin is a private non-profit institution, which typically affects tuition pricing structure and mission compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data; contact the school at (262) 243-5700 or visit its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?238616.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported in the available data; program length and format details needed to assess fit for career-changers are not provided, so contact the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Concordia University-Wisconsin at (262) 243-5700 or through its website at https://www.cuw.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools offering similar programs is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.