• Day of the Mountain Lions April 23, 2026

Welcome to Concord University

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Start Your Journey

Your future starts right now with Concord University. Find our everything you need to know about becoming a Mountain Lion, and let’s grow together!

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Chart Your Course To Success

Your academic opportunities are practically limitless. Explore your options and learn more about Concord University’s diverse degree programs.

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The Campus Beautiful Awaits

A visit is worth a thousand photos. Come tour the Campus Beautiful and find out in person why becoming a Mountain Lion means you have a leg up on the future.

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Show Your Support

We wouldn’t be the esteemed institution we are today without our alumni & donors. If you would like to be part of the next generation’s success, we would love your support.

The mission of Concord University is to improve the lives of our students and communities, through innovative teaching and learning, intellectual and creative activities, and community service and civic engagement.

Featured Stories

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Allen Smith '05
Director of Admissions

A former Concord University graduate, Allen Smith works to bring new students to CU. Allen spends a lot of time on the road visiting high schools and attending college fairs. When he is on campus, Allen is organizing campus visitations and helping families navigate the enrollment process. From scholarships and financial aid, to finding the right program of study, Allen and all our admission counselors are here for prospective CU students. “Concord feels like home.”

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Allen Smith '05

Director of Admissions

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Chaudlier Shepherd '18

Upper Marlboro, MD

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Josi Ervin

Health Science Major

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Zoey Shamblin

Sociology Major with Criminology Emphasis

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Brian Arnold '09
Bluefield, WV

Brian Arnold, a screenwriter living in Los Angeles, is proof that your degree from CU can be a foundation for achieving your dreams. As a Communication Arts graduate, Brian worked in telecommunications and broadcast journalism before taking a chance with screenwriting. “I knew I wouldn’t be happy until I gave writing a real shot,” Brian says. And while his degree wasn’t in film study, he says the electives he took at Concord gave him practical production experience that has helped him in his current career. “I got to make live TV. I got to make my own short films. I got to study screenwriting and film. And, more than that, my time at Concord helped me grow into a more mature, professional person ready to give the real world a shot.”

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