Elmhurst University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Suburb: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	964
Religious affiliation	Protestant
Student to faculty ratio	13 to 1
Acceptance rate	71%
Students retention rate	76%
On-time graduation rate	68%

Located in Elmhurst, Illinois, Elmhurst University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

Elmhurst University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, Elmhurst University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Elmhurst University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 76% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 70% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

71.3%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$39,400

Cost of attendance at Elmhurst University in 2022 for students from Illinois.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average	$13,029
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$39,400

Cost of attendance at Elmhurst University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average	$19,104
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at Elmhurst University received on average $25,993 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$25,993

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	197	41%	$5,015	$987,882
Other Federal Grant	197	41%	$5,634	$1,109,882
State Grant/Scholarships	215	45%	$5,264	$1,131,724
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	475	99%	$21,274	$10,104,956
Total Grant & Scholarships	475	99%	$25,993	$12,346,562

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Elmhurst University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Elmhurst University students is 68.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 74.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 59.1%.

68.4%

asian 55.6% 20 students
African American 27.3% 6 students
white 73.9% 210 students
unknown 62.5% 5 students
hispanic 70.8% 75 students
Mixed Race 55.0% 11 students

Sport Conferences

Football College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Baseball College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Basketball College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
Track and Cross Country College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Elmhurst University provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Elmhurst University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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