Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
81.39%
SAT Average
1,283
ACT Range
27-31
Loyola University Chicago Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 81.39%. This means approximately 814 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 11,576 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
81.39%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $51,716 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $51,716 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $64,167 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $35,196 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 23.24% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 47.94% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Loyola University Chicago Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$51,716
Room and board
$16,894
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$1,600
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$64,167
Average net price
$35,196
Average aid coverage
45%
$28,971 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Loyola University Chicago pays approximately $35,196 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Loyola University Chicago?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Loyola University Chicago net price
$35,196
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Loyola University Chicago Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $51,716 and average net price at $35,196. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$51,716
Current net price
$35,196
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
76.92%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$71,530
Undergraduates
11,576
10-Year Median Earnings - Loyola University Chicago vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Loyola University Chicago graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Loyola University Chicago?
Undergraduates
11,576
Completion rate
76.92%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
23.24%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
47.94%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 23.24% of Loyola University Chicago students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 47.94% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Loyola University Chicago
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Loyola University Chicago's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Loyola University Chicago lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Loyola University Chicago is listed at 1032 W. Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60660. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Loyola University Chicago with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola University Chicago | 81.39% | $51,716 | $35,196 | $71,530 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Chicago schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Chicago.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loyola University Chicago's acceptance rate?
Loyola University Chicago's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 81.39%.
How much is Loyola University Chicago tuition?
Loyola University Chicago's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $51,716.
What is Loyola University Chicago's average net price?
Loyola University Chicago's average net price in the local dataset is $35,196.
What does Loyola University Chicago cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $28,666 for Loyola University Chicago students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Loyola University Chicago's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $71,530 for Loyola University Chicago.
Is Loyola University Chicago accredited?
Loyola University Chicago's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Loyola University Chicago?
The local dataset lists 11,576 undergraduate students at Loyola University Chicago.
What percentage of Loyola University Chicago students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Loyola University Chicago in the local dataset is 23.24%.
What is the federal loan rate at Loyola University Chicago?
The federal loan rate for Loyola University Chicago in the local dataset is 47.94%.
Where should I verify Loyola University Chicago data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Loyola University Chicago or the latest official federal education data.