Loyola University Chicago
Faith-based college · Chicago, IL · 11,737 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
82%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1170–1360
ACT (middle 50%)
27–32
Average net price
$36,340
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$70,688
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
72%
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 Loyola University Chicago?
Loyola University Chicago accepts about 82 of every 100 applicants (82%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1170 and 1360 on the SAT. A score at or above 1360 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1170, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 27–32.
The latest federal data says Loyola University Chicago 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 Loyola University Chicago's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Loyola University Chicago cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $70,688 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $36,340 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 $56,060 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$56,060
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$56,060
- Room & board$17,600
- Total cost of attendance$70,688
- Average net price after grants$36,340
Popular majors
Business, Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Social Sciences.
Loyola University Chicago FAQ
- What is Loyola University Chicago's acceptance rate?
- 82% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Loyola University Chicago?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1170–1360. Aim for 1360 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Loyola University Chicago?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 27–32.
- Is Loyola University Chicago test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Loyola University Chicago 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 Loyola University Chicago's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Loyola University Chicago cost?
- About $70,688 a year before aid; $36,340 on average after grants.
- What is Loyola University Chicago's FAFSA school code?
- 001710. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Loyola University Chicago receives your information.
- What is Loyola University Chicago's graduation rate?
- 72% of students finish within six years.
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