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Elmhurst University

Elmhurst University is a medium, private institution located in Elmhurst, il. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst University offers undergraduate degrees in 80 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 2,897 undergraduates
cost $40,232 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Elmhurst University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 76.0%
SAT score average 1107
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.59
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Elmhurst University is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Other
Law and Legal Studies
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
Criminal Justice and Corrections

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $40,232
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,250
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $3,310
Cost of attendance* $55,992
Average financial aid package $39,837
Estimated cost $16,155 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $40,232
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,250
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $3,310
Cost of attendance* $55,992
Average financial aid package $39,837
Estimated cost $16,155 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Elmhurst University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,897, with gender binary students split 39% male and 61% female.

Total enrollment

3,861

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
38%
African American %
4%
Hispanic American %
25%
Asian %
7%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
24%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Elmhurst University, students love their Programming Board and Student Government. Student athletes compete in Division 3 sports.

Campus info

map 190 Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126-3296
phone 630-617-3500
address www.elmhurst.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Programming board and student government

Theater and music groups

Black student union

Residence life groups

Hablamos

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Elmhurst University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Elmhurst University?

Elmhurst University is located in Elmhurst, il.

What is the acceptance rate at Elmhurst University? 

The acceptance rate for Elmhurst University is 76%.

What’s the average GPA for Elmhurst University?

The average high school GPA for Elmhurst University students was 3.59.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Elmhurst University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Elmhurst University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $223,968.

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