Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
93.12%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
National Louis University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 93.12%. This means approximately 931 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,100 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
93.12%
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 | $12,345 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $12,345 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,350 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,157 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 57.28% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 47.09% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does National Louis University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$12,345
Books and supplies
$0
Fees and remainder
$13,005
Sticker price
$25,350
Average net price
$16,157
Average aid coverage
36%
$9,193 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at National Louis University pays approximately $16,157 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is National Louis University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
National Louis University net price
$16,157
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
National Louis University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $12,345 and average net price at $16,157. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$12,345
Current net price
$16,157
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)
36.87%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$45,799
Undergraduates
4,100
10-Year Median Earnings - National Louis University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
National Louis University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends National Louis University?
Undergraduates
4,100
Completion rate
36.87%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
57.28%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
47.09%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 57.28% of National Louis University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 47.09% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at National Louis University
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 National Louis University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
National Louis University 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
National Louis University is listed at 122 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare National Louis University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Louis University | 93.12% | $12,345 | $16,157 | $45,799 |
| 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Louis University's acceptance rate?
National Louis University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 93.12%.
How much is National Louis University tuition?
National Louis University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $12,345.
What is National Louis University's average net price?
National Louis University's average net price in the local dataset is $16,157.
What does National Louis University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $15,357 for National Louis University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is National Louis University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $45,799 for National Louis University.
Is National Louis University accredited?
National Louis University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend National Louis University?
The local dataset lists 4,100 undergraduate students at National Louis University.
What percentage of National Louis University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for National Louis University in the local dataset is 57.28%.
What is the federal loan rate at National Louis University?
The federal loan rate for National Louis University in the local dataset is 47.09%.
Where should I verify National Louis University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with National Louis University or the latest official federal education data.