Overview
Elmhurst University is a liberal arts institution in the Chicagoland area affiliated with the United Church of Christ. Elmhurst offers bachelor’s degrees in over 60 academic majors. Additionally, the school operates the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for students with learning disabilities, which provides a four-year certification and education in academics, independent living, and social skills. For a recreational break from the rigors of college life, the Elmhurst campus is home to a 48 acre arboretum and the Elmhurst University Art Collection.
Acceptance Rate:
76%
Average Net Price:
$22,791
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1114
Virtual Tour
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $41,628 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $41,628 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $11,858 |
| Books and Supplies | $1240 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
81%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
36%
Average Aid Per Year
$27,835
36%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,626
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$23,178
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
43%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5511
40%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,626
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$77,352,528
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$618,760
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
56%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,944
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,532
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$196
Students receiving federal loans
55%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,188
Average Other Loans Per Year
$15,849
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- United Church of Christ
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
5731
Students Applied
68%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
400
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
7%
Submitting ACT
32%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1114
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.6
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
3,731
Total Number of Undergrads
3,027
0
100
58%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
68%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
87
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
31
Countries Represented
31
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
35%
Student Organizations
100
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
30%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
30%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Bluejays
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
College Conference of Illinois and Wisc
Total Male Athletes
327
Total Female Athletes
143
Intramural Sports
10
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Elmhurst University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$51,600
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Phoenix
Los Angeles
Denver
Dallas
Top 5 Employers
Elmhurst College
Advocate Health Care
Allstate
Chicago Public Schools
AT&T
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Operations
Sales
Education
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,532
Loan Default Rate
2%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$196
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI really am learning a lot in this school. I'm not just learning things for my major but also things that I can apply towards life in general. Going to a liberal arts school helps you learn many things that can used for many majors.
Liliana from Glendale Heights, IL
Elmhurst emphasizes the Liberal Arts experience. Now that I have declared my major, I am working on a healthy balance between my Major classes and my Gen. Ed requirements. Not only am I learning a lot in the classroom, but the school encourages me to branch out and attend the lecture series (there's usually a lecture every week!) or other events on campus. Elmhurst also emphasizes service learning, and some classes even go on a service learning trip incorporated in the curriculum. It's a very great school to become a well-rounded human being.
Allison from Burbank, IL
The school has great professors who really will go the extra mile to help you out. I am a nursing major and I don't think I could have picked a better school for that area.
Paige from Chicago, IL
I am learning a lot at this school not only in class but out of class as well. The professors are very helpful and try to work with you as much as they can. There is a lot of diversity on campus and a lot of different organizations to join and people to learn from.
ASHLEY from Northlake, IL
If there is one thing to brag about Elmhurst College, it's their faculty. Since my time here I have not had a problem with any of my professors. All the professor's are extremely helpful and are willing to set appointments with you if you are having a difficult time understanding the material. The typical ratio from professor to student is about 14:1. So if you are a more personal learner and are extremely nervous about attending to a huge lecture hall of about 300 students, Elmhurst College is where you need to be.
Kellie from Chicago, IL
I have many Alumni as friends and they loved it there.
Angelina from Lombard, IL
The First-Year Experience is amazing!!! They really want their students to be successful. I also love the sense of community here.
Anonymous
Elmhurst has extremely intelligent and helpful professors. The atmosphere is welcoming and everyone is willing to make you feel at home. EC offers so many community and campus activities that it's very easy to make friends.
Sarah from Western Springs, IL
Elmhurst is small, but has very nice faculty and great resources. The classes are interesting, and there are many fun events on campus. Elmhurst College hosts dozens of interesting lectures throughout the semester, and offers many ways for students to get involved.
Marley from Signal Mountain, TN
So far I have been at Elmhurst for less than a year but so far the classes are decent. I've been taking mainly gen ed classes so far and they interesting. I mean, not all the classes I've taken are super exciting but I don't know of anyone who has ever liked every single one of their classess.
Melissa from Bloomingdale, IL
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