
Dallas, TXprivate forprofitconcorde.edu
Admit rate has ranged 87%–97% over the last 5 years — notably volatile. Source: IPEDS via Urban Institute.
Acceptance & SAT from Common Data Set / IPEDS; net price, earnings & graduation from the U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~1–2 years — verify with the school.
Concorde Career College-Dallas is a for-profit trade school laser-focused on fast-tracking students into healthcare careers, with a no-frills approach to vocational training. With acceptance rates hovering around 90-96%, it prioritizes accessibility over selectivity, offering accelerated programs in dental hygiene, medical assisting, and respiratory therapy. The campus—a practical, no-nonsense environment—caters to working adults seeking quick entry into allied health fields, though retention and graduation rates suggest challenges in student persistence.
Test-blind — scores not considered
Source: IPEDS Admissions survey (2022) via Urban Institute. Covers formal factors only — it does not reflect essays, extracurriculars, or other holistic criteria.
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Outcomes & value
Earnings = median of students working ~10 years after entry; debt = median of graduates. Value divides 10-yr earnings by one year’s net price — read it as earnings per dollar of annual cost, not a full lifetime ROI; it favors lower-cost schools. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~2 years and reflect all students, not your intended major.
Campus & location
On-campus criminal offenses classed as violent (murder/non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) for the most recent reported year. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security (Clery Act). Counts reflect what’s reported to the school, and urban campuses often report more partly due to non-student incidents nearby — read alongside campus size and setting, not as a standalone safety verdict.
Pleasant days counts days per year with a mean temperature of 55–75°F, a high at or below 90°F, a low at or above 45°F, and little precipitation — a transparent comfort measure, not a weighting we invented. Computed from Open-Meteo ERA5 daily history (2019–2023). Natural-hazard risk is the county’s composite rating from the FEMA National Risk Index.
Concorde Career College-Dallas maintains an open-door policy with a 90.4% acceptance rate (2024 data), admitting 322 of 356 applicants—slightly more selective than its Memphis (95.06%) and San Antonio (95%) sister campuses. The school doesn't require SAT/ACT scores, aligning with its mission to serve non-traditional and career-changing students. With rolling admissions and no published application deadline, the process emphasizes speed and accessibility over competitive screening.
The Dallas campus specializes in compressed healthcare certificates and diplomas, with 11 programs averaging 8-18 months. The curriculum is strictly vocational—no liberal arts offerings—with standout tracks in:
Student-faculty ratio: 29:1 (well above national averages), suggesting large classes or limited individual attention. The 59% retention rate (from first to second year) hints at academic or financial struggles, though no graduation rate data is publicly reported. Courses emphasize hands-on clinical skills, with externships required in most programs.
Campus life is utilitarian, designed for commuters juggling work and studies. The Greenville Avenue facility features:
Instagram posts highlight open houses and faculty interactions, but Yelp reviews suggest a "no-frills" environment focused on efficiency. Student resources prioritize practicality—portal access, payment systems, and job placement over traditional college experiences.
Early-career earnings data paints a modest picture:
No campus-specific graduation rates are published, but Concorde's network averages 25% graduation rates (per internal blog). The focus is on quick job placement in Texas' healthcare sector rather than long-term academic advancement. Alumni typically enter as:
Sticker price: $23,005 after average aid (College Board)
Financial aid breakdown:
Net price tools: The school offers a calculator and promotes military/veteran benefits. The Kozet Boyd Memorial Scholarship targets students demonstrating "perseverance," suggesting aid is merit-leaning rather than need-blind. Compared to public community colleges, costs are higher but programs are faster (1-2 years vs. 2-4 years).
Concorde-Dallas fills a niche for career-switchers needing rapid healthcare credentials without gen-ed requirements. Its advantages:
Trade-offs include higher costs than community colleges and minimal campus life. Ideal for self-directed students prioritizing job placement over traditional college experiences—but those seeking academic rigor or transfer options should look elsewhere.