Elmhurst University
Faith-based college · Elmhurst, IL · 3,006 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
74%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
990–1260
ACT (middle 50%)
23–30
Average net price
$23,165
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$57,818
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
64%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Elmhurst University?
Elmhurst University accepts about 74 of every 100 applicants (74%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 990 and 1260 on the SAT. A score at or above 1260 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 990, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–30.
The latest federal data says Elmhurst University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Elmhurst University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Elmhurst University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $57,818 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $23,165 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $45,858 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$45,858
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$45,858
- Room & board$15,576
- Total cost of attendance$57,818
- Average net price after grants$23,165
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Education, Psychology, Visual & Performing Arts.
Elmhurst University FAQ
- What is Elmhurst University's acceptance rate?
- 74% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Elmhurst University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 990–1260. Aim for 1260 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Elmhurst University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–30.
- Is Elmhurst University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Elmhurst University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Elmhurst University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Elmhurst University cost?
- About $57,818 a year before aid; $23,165 on average after grants.
- What is Elmhurst University's FAFSA school code?
- 001676. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Elmhurst University receives your information.
- What is Elmhurst University's graduation rate?
- 64% of students finish within six years.
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