
Concordia University, Irvine is a test-optional institution, meaning that applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores for admission. Additionally, the university allows self-reporting of scores, which enables students to submit their test results independently without official verification at the time of admission. Currently, 12% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores and 8% submit ACT scores, which combined accounts for a total of 20%—indicating that some students may be submitting both scores.