Annually ranked by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola University Chicago will help you prepare for a career with 80+ programs in business, sciences, and other disciplines.
Loyola is the largest Jesuit Catholic university in the United States, enrolling students. Incoming freshmen come from 47 states and 48 countries. Loyola offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and more than 140 graduate, professional, and graduate-level certificate programs as well as three professional programs in law, medicine, and nursing.
Loyola helps students prepare for meaningful careers with top academic programs in business, the sciences, and numerous other disciplines, along with opportunities for internships throughout the city of Chicago and beyond. Loyola's well-rounded, transformative education will help students develop as a whole person-intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually.
Loyola University Chicago (LUC)
820 North Michigan Avenue
|
Chicago,
IL |
60611
01. What the School is Known For
From the School
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Prominent Alumni
Sandra Cisneros
Awarded Author & Poet
Lori Greinier
Inventor, Entrepreneur, Cast Member in Shark Tank
Philip Caputo
Author and Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalist
Michael Quinlan
Director of McDonald's Corporation, chairman of the board of directors of McDonalds, and CEO
William Rancic
Won the 1st season of The Apprentice, owns a television company
Leslie David Baker
Played Stanley on The Office
Jennifer Morrison
Played Dr. Cameron in House
Most Popular Places On Campus
Damen Student Center
Klarchek Information Commons
School of Environmental Sustainability
Halas Recreation Center
Madonna della Strada Chapel
LAKE SHORE CAMPUS Loyola's main residential campus is located along Lake Michigan on Chicago's North Side, minutes from downtown Chicago and the Water Tower Campus. It is home to over 11,000 undergraduate students, and 4,000 live on-campus in one of 20 residence halls. Popular campus spots include the beautiful, lakeside Klarchek Information Commons; the Damen Student Center, home to Student Activities and Greek Affairs which facilitates 230+ student organizations, activities, and clubs; historic academic buildings such as Dumbach Hall, Cudahy Science Hall, and Mundelein Center; and the Sullivan Center which houses undergraduate student services and the Career Development Center. WATER TOWER CAMPUS Loyola's downtown campus is located along Pearson Street, just off of Chicago's “Magnificent Mile" on North Michigan Avenue. Here, both residential and commuter students can complete one of many undergraduate degree programs, as well as take advantage of internships at many of Chicago's business, cultural, and non-profit institutions. The Water Tower Campus is home to the Quinlan School of Business, as well as the School of Communication, Education, Law, Social Work, Arrupe College and select programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. On-campus living is available in Baumhart Hall, which also offers students access to a University bookstore, fitness center, chapel, and dining options.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Chicago's Historic Water Tower and Magnificent Mile Shopping and Dining
Art Institute and many Art and Cultural Museums
Linclon Park Zoo
Chicago theatres and performing arts venues
Lake front biking and walking path
LAKE SHORE CAMPUS Loyola's main residential campus is located along Lake Michigan on Chicago's North Side, minutes from downtown Chicago and the Water Tower Campus. It is home to over 11,000 undergraduate students, and 4,000 live on-campus in one of 20 residence halls. Popular campus spots include the beautiful, lakeside Klarchek Information Commons; the Damen Student Center, home to Student Activities and Greek Affairs which facilitates 230+ student organizations, activities, and clubs; historic academic buildings such as Dumbach Hall, Cudahy Science Hall, and Mundelein Center; and the Sullivan Center which houses undergraduate student services and the Career Development Center. WATER TOWER CAMPUS Loyola's downtown campus is located along Pearson Street, just off of Chicago's “Magnificent Mile" on North Michigan Avenue. Here, both residential and commuter students can complete one of many undergraduate degree programs, as well as take advantage of internships at many of Chicago's business, cultural, and non-profit institutions. The Water Tower Campus is home to the Quinlan School of Business, as well as the School of Communication, Education, Law, Social Work, The Arrupe College and select programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. On-campus living is available in Baumhart Hall, which also offers students access to a University bookstore, fitness center, chapel, and dining options.
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02. Students
From The School
Loyola's total enrollment is 17,159 students, both undergraduate and graduate. The 2019 incoming freshman class consisted of 2,636 students. These students came from 47 states, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and 48 foreign countries. Of these students, 33% attended private/Catholic high school. Our diverse student population is comprised of 41% African American, Asian American, Latin American, Native American, and Multiracial/Other students. With 45% of our student body identifying as Buddhist, Easter Orthodox, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, and Protestant, Loyola University Chicago is a home to all faiths.
Loyola offers students the chance to develop leadership and social skills by participating in any of its more than 250+ academic, athletic, cultural, hobby, media, political, social, and spiritual student-run organizations.
What students say:
At Loyola University Chicago, "there is a real feel of family." One student describes the atmosphere as "very easy to fit in because of how accepting people are." In fact, over 80% of first-year students reported that helping others in need was an "essential" or "very important value." Generally, students are known to be "witty, hardworking, smart, and outgoing," and most likely "involved in some extracurricular or another." The average student seems to come "from an upper-middle class family, has some faith background, and balances school with social life well." Another student concurs, describing their peers as "studious and fairly involved, but able to have fun." Overall, most students "find a good core group of people that they work together with in classes, clubs, organizations, and/or athletics."
Gender
69% female31% male
Out of State
43% are out
of state57% are
in-state
of state57% are
in-state
Students
90% are
full time10% are
part time
full time10% are
part time
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
12,538
Student Body Demographics
American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.11%
Asian
12.91%
Black
8.07%
Hispanic
23.29%
Caucasian
47.18%
Unknown
1.24%
International
2.12%
03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate
Admissions
From the School:
Students seeking admission to Loyola are evaluated on their overall academic record, including ACT or SAT scores. The freshman class entering in Fall 2019 had middle 50% ACT score ranges between 25 and 30, middle 50% range on the SAT Verbal between 570 and 660, middle 50% range on the SAT Math between 560 and 660, and an average GPA of 3.72. Most Loyola students rank in the upper quarter of their graduating class, but consideration is given to students in the upper half.
Transfer students with 20 credit hours or more are evaluated on the basis of their college work only. The minimum acceptable GPA varies from 2.0 to 2.5, depending upon academic interest. Candidates must also be in good standing at the last college attended.
Loyola notifies applicants on a rolling basis after the application, supporting credentials, and secondary school counselor or teacher recommendation are received. The application is only available online and there is no application fee at LUC.edu/applyluc
Prospective students are encouraged to visit campus by arranging individual appointments and campus tours up to two weeks in advance. Arrange a visit at LUC.edu/visit.
To obtain an application, get more information, or arrange a visit, contact:
Undergraduate Admission Office
Loyola University Chicago
Sullivan Center
6339 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660
Telephone: 773.508.3075 or 800.262.2373 (toll-free)
E-mail: admission@luc.edu
Website: LUC.edu/undergrad
Applicants
39,296
Acceptance Rate
82%
Average HS GPA
3.91
GPA Breakdown
39%
4.0
22%
3.75 - 3.99
16%
3.50 - 3.74
12%
3.25 - 3.49
8%
3.00 - 3.24
3%
2.50 - 2.99
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
600 - 690
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
570 - 670
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1180 - 1260
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
27 - 32
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Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
use in admission:
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Selectivity
86/99
04. Academics
From the School
The Core Curriculum is the foundation of Loyola's liberal arts education. Core courses are aimed at increasing students' understanding of themselves and the world while they explore diverse subjects and cultivate new interests. Courses provide a strong base of knowledge, skills, and values that will help students achieve academic, professional, and personal success throughout their lives.
Exceptionally well-qualified students may apply to the Interdisciplinary Honors Program.
Other special academic opportunities include pre-professional programs for law and health professions; 40+ five-year (bachelor's/master's) degree programs; numerous interdisciplinary programs; a six-year, early admission to Loyola's School of Law; and the Loyola/Midwestern University Dual-Acceptance Pharmacy Program.
What students say
Students of all disciplines at Loyola University Chicago are given every opportunity to follow what interests them and to "build an education that will serve them well in the future." To that end, Loyola's Jesuit ideals yield "rigorous and fascinating" programs that are "developing intellectual and socially responsible students" and preparing them both for careers and "being aware of problems around us." The offering of "significant financial assistance and plenty of scholarships" helps, as do specializations like Loyola's intensive January term, where students have the freedom to do a deep dive into the subject of their choice.
The school's prime lakeside location, just eight miles north of downtown Chicago, "allows Loyola to attract top-notch faculty." Those professors then "find a good balance in their teaching methods that allows students to engage the material" utilizing "connections and opportunities," such as bringing in "business professionals to relate our classroom material to the real world." One student states: "The majority of the professors [are] excellent," while another confesses to having "several professors who I would go out of my way to take again." Coursework itself is "challenging, but not overbearing," keeping with the "wellknown academic integrity of the school."
Student/Faculty
13 : 1
Total Faculty
1,458
Terminal Degree
1,016
Gender to Class Inforamtion
Women
806
Men
652
Minority
284
International
58
Class/Lab sizes
Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19
Rating
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
69%
Graduate in 5 years
75%
Graduate in 6 years
76%
University Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Majors and Degrees Offered
The College of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate majors in African Studies and the African Diaspora, anthropology, art history, biochemistry, bioinformatics, biology, biophysics, chemistry, classical civilization, computer science, criminal justice and criminology, cybersecurity, dance, economics, engineering science, English, forensic science, French, global and international studies, Greek (ancient), history, human services, information technology, Italian, Latin, mathematics, mathematics and computer science, mathematics education, music, neuroscience, philosophy, physics, physics and computer science, physics and engineering, political science, psychology, religious studies, sociology, sociology and anthropology, software engineering, Spanish, statistics, studio art, theater, theology, theoretical physics and applied mathematics, visual communication, and women's studies and gender studies.
The Institute of Environmental Sustainability offers majors in Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, and Environmental Studies.
The Quinlan School of Business offers majors in accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, human resource management, information systems, international business, management, marketing, supply chain management, sport management, and a US/Europe Business double degree.
The School of Communication offers majors in advertising creative, advertising and public relations, advocacy and social change, communication studies, film and digital media, and multimedia journalism.
The School of Education offers majors in bilingual/bicultural education, early childhood/special education, elementary education, middle grade education, secondary education, and special education.
The Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing offers the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, an RN to BSN, and an Accelerated BSN program, which is available to students who have already completed a baccalaureate degree.
The Parkinson School of Health Sciences Offers Bachelor's degrees in Exercise Science, Healthcare Administration, and Public Health.
The School of Social Work offers an undergraduate major in social work and a combined bachelor's and master's degree in social work, which can be completed in five years.
Learn more at LUC.edu/majors.
05. Campus Life
Location
Loyola gives students the best of campus and city life with diverse living and learning opportunities in the world-class city of Chicago. Located off North Michigan Avenue, Chicago's Magnificent Mile, Loyola's dynamic Water Tower Campus is home to the Quinlan School of Business as well as the Schools of Communication, Continuing and Professional Studies, Education, Law, and Social Work and connects students to myriad internship, job, and service opportunities. Loyola's Lake Shore Campus, home to the College of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School, and the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing, is located on the picturesque shore of Lake Michigan and offers students the comforts of a traditional residential campus. The Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health and the Stritch School of Medicine are housed at the Medical Sciences Campus in west suburban Maywood, Illinois.
Exposure to Loyola's three Chicago campuses gives students three diverse experiences: a vibrant urban environment, the comfort of a more traditional collegiate setting, and the bustle of a professional medical environment. At each campus, students have access to computers, study areas, and dining halls, as well as a network of student groups and activities. A free intercampus shuttle is available between the Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses. Loyola has been offering online learning for 10+ years.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
The Schreiber Center is home to the Quinlan School of Business. Opened in 2015, the Schreiber Center is a 10-story business learning space designed to foster community, connectivity, and transparency. This sustainable, state-of-the-art building is a landmark on our Water Tower Campus and acts as a networking hub for students, faculty, and alumni.
The 100,000+ sq. ft. Damen Student Center is a LEED Silver certified building. Named after the founder of Loyola University Chicago, the Arnold J. Damen, S.J. Student Center provides students a dedicated space to build community and encourage co-curricular engagement. Damen is the place to relax, study, play pool, watch TV, grab a snack, or hang out with friends.
The Institute of Environmental Sustainability at Loyola is the latest way we are extending our commitment to responsible leadership. The Institute provides practical experiences that will translate to your future workplace, such as working on the student-run farm or in the ecosystem research labs, as well as through degree options in environmental studies and environmental science with concentrations in conservation and restoration, food systems and sustainable agriculture, and public health.
Our student-run biodiesel program is the first and only school operation licensed to sell reclaimed biodiesel fuel In the U.S.
Not only is the recently completed Cuneo Hall a state-of-the-art building with a cutting-edge academic center—but it also uses sustainable technologies to reduce its ecological footprint. Cuneo is LEED Gold certified and will use approximately 60% less energy than comparable academic buildings.
The renovated Mundelein Center offers new options for fine arts programming. For plays and theatre are the Newhart Family Theatre and the Underground Laboratory Theatre. Mundelein Music Hall has been completely renovated as well. These new spaces give students an opportunity to hone their craft in contemporary surroundings.
The School of Communication is in the heart of Chicago's creative and business communities. Located at the Water Tower Campus, the building features generously equipped computer labs, state-of-the-art classrooms and offices, and on-site production facilities, including street-side lab with a TV studio and radio interview sets.
The Information Commons is a four-story lakeside research facility that provides individual and group study space for students, as well as state-of-the-art technology with more than 200 computers, wireless internet connections, and a lakefront café.
Loyola's Michael R. and Marilyn C. Quinlan Life Sciences Education and Research Center provides numerous opportunities for undergraduates to engage in the latest scientific research alongside their professors in modern labs for biology, bioinformatics, chemistry, ecology, and other life sciences.
For information about campus facilities, visit https://www.luc.edu/campus_community.shtml
Off-Campus Opportunities
Students may study abroad at the John Felice Rome Center in Italy, our Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City, or choose from 150 other study abroad programs in 70 countries.
What students say:
Life at Loyola "provides the best of both worlds: an integrated campus and a taste of the city life." On campus, the vibe is "very relaxed, a sort of oasis in a bustling city." The classic brick buildings are "gorgeous," and the grounds boast a beach on Lake Michigan, so "clearly, it does not feel much like a city most of the time." There are over 250 student-run clubs and organizations on campus, and student athletes compete in 15 Division I sports. Informal coffee chats, chess workshops, and Latin music ensembles can all be found on campus throughout any given week. Off campus, central Chicago is "a gold mine," and for some "the biggest hobby around here is exploring Chicago. We go out every weekend, just looking for things to do and always finding them." Some describe Loyola's "social atmosphere" itself as a little "dull," though others rave about getting to "go on trips that involve doing out-of-the-ordinary activities." Overall, students appreciate the balance of fun and preparation that Loyola provides: "What's great about Loyola is that it is very future focused, but it never forgets about the present either."
82%
Students
43%
First-Year Students
82%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
Help finding off-campus housing
No
06. Housing & Activities
Hosting Features
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
230
Number of Honor Societies
7
Number of Social Sororities
12
Number of Religious Organizations
8
Join a fraternity
5%
Join a sorority
8%
07. Sports & Athletics
Athletic Division I
Participate in intercollegiate sports
2%
Men's Sports (Ramblers)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Women's Sports (Ramblers)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
08. Student Services
Health
Womens Center
Military
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Northwestern University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Chicago
Sustainability
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
24%
Green rating
99/99
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Car Sharing Program
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
School Developed Bicycle Plan
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Fee for Network Use
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Description Lenovo, Apple, Microsoft, Adobe
09. Mental Health
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
10. Campus Visits
Campus Visits Contact
1032 W. Sheridan Rd Chicago, IL 60660
admission@LUC.edu
800-262-2373
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Mon.-Sat.
Tours at 10:00am & 2:00pm Monday-Friday, 9:30am & 11:00am Saturday
800-262-2373
Campus Tours
Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
2 hours
Visits
CLASS VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
FACULTY AND COACH VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews:
No
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
www.LUC.edu/undergrad/comevisit
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Limitations
Overnight visits are not offered
Campus Tours
TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS
Transportation from Airports and Union Station From O'Hare Airport by the "EL": On the lower level of O'Hare, board the Blue Line/O'Hare-Congress train to downtown. At the Washington stop, change trains to the Red Line/Howard-Dan Ryan. This involves going down the stairs from the platform, walking through the tunnel and back up onto the Red Line's Washington stop. Look for the signs indicating "Northbound to Howard" and take the train to the Loyola stop. Cross Sheridan Road to enter campus. Fare is $2.25 per person. From O'Hare Airport by Cab: A cab from O'Hare Airport costs about $34.00 in normal traffic. Directions from O'Hare are located on this sheet. To avoid heavy traffic, drivers may take various alternated routes. From Midway Airport by the "El": Exit Midway Airport and proceed across the footbridge spanning Cicero Avenue to the Orange Line's Midway station. Take the Orange Line train into downtown. At the State and Lake stop, change trains to the subway Red Line/Howard-Dan Ryan. Exit the platform
LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Suggested Hotel Accommodations Please request the Loyola Rate Hampton Inn Chicago-North 1209 W Albion Ave Chicago, IL 60626 312-265-5800 The Talbott Hotel 20 East Delaware Place Chicago, IL 60611 (312) 944-4970 Millennium Knickerbocker 163 East Walton Place Chicago, IL 60611 (866) 568-7025 toll free Hilton Garden Inn Evanston 1818 Maple Ave Evanston, IL 60201 (847) 475-6400
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11. Career Services & Jobs
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
69%
Graduate in 5 years
75%
Graduate in 6 years
76%
Career Services
01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
01 - Coop
02 - Experiential
03 - Internship
ROI & Outcomes Information from PayScale
12. Majors
01 AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
- African Studies.
- African-American/Black Studies.
- Women's Studies.
02 BASIC SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENTAL/REMEDIAL EDUCATION.
- Second Language Learning.
03 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
- Biochemistry.
- Bioinformatics.
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
- Biophysics.
- Neurobiology and Behavior.
- Neurobiology and Neurosciences, Other.
- Neuroscience.
04 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
- Accounting.
- Business Administration and Management, General.
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other.
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
- Business/Commerce, General.
- Business/Managerial Economics.
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
- Finance, General.
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
- International Business/Trade/Commerce.
- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.
- Management Information Systems, General.
- Marketing, Other.
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
- Office Management and Supervision.
- Operations Management and Supervision.
- Organizational Behavior Studies.
- Organizational Leadership.
05 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
- Advertising.
- Communication and Media Studies, Other.
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
- Journalism.
- Organizational Communication, General.
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
06 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
- Computer and Information Sciences, General.
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
- Computer Software and Media Applications, Other.
- Information Technology.
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.
07 EDUCATION.
- Bilingual and Multilingual Education.
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
- Elementary Education and Teaching.
- Foreign Language Teacher Education.
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
- Mathematics Teacher Education.
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
- Secondary Education and Teaching.
- Special Education and Teaching, General.
08 ENGINEERING.
- Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering.
- Computer Engineering, General.
- Computer Software Engineering.
- Engineering, Other.
- Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering.
09 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
- English Language and Literature, General.
10 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
- Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature.
- Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
- Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
- French Language and Literature.
- German Language and Literature.
- Italian Language and Literature.
- Latin Language and Literature.
- Linguistics.
- Spanish Language and Literature.
11 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
- Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist.
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist.
- Dietetics/Dietitian.
- Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance).
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
- Physical Therapy/Therapist.
- Public Health, General.
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
12 HISTORY.
- History, General.
13 HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
14 LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
- Legal Professions and Studies, Other.
15 LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
- General Studies.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
16 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
- Applied Mathematics, General.
- Applied Mathematics.
- Mathematics, General.
- Statistics, General.
17 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
- Behavioral Sciences.
- Mathematics and Computer Science.
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
18 NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
- Environmental Science.
- Environmental Studies.
- Natural Resources Management and Policy.
19 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
- Philosophy.
20 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
- Chemistry, General.
- Physics, General.
21 PSYCHOLOGY.
- Applied Psychology.
- Psychology, General.
- Psychology, Other.
22 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
- Human Services, General.
- Public Administration.
- Social Work.
23 SOCIAL SCIENCES.
- Anthropology.
- International Relations and Affairs.
- Political Science and Government, General.
- Sociology.
24 THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
- Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other.
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling.
- Religious Education.
- Theology/Theological Studies.
25 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
- Dance, General.
- Design and Visual Communications, General.
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
- Fine/Studio Arts, General.
- Music, General.
- Voice and Opera.
13. Tuition & Cost
14. Financial Aid
At Loyola, we're committed to making a high-quality education affordable. Our Financial Aid Office works with students and families to address each student's specific situation and needs. Our expert staff evaluates financial aid eligibility for resources such as grants, scholarships, and loans to help make a Loyola education a possibility for students.
Approximately 99% of Loyola freshmen receive some form of financial aid. Students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 15 in order to meet Loyola's March 1 priority processing date.
In addition to the many scholarships awarded with admission, students may also explore more than 75 types of additional scholarships. For more information, visit LUC.edu/scholarships.
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$31,247
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$29,066
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,264
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
57%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$34,789
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$28,816
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based Aid
01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships
No-Need-Based
01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL):
01 - Federal Perkins Loans
02 - State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
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Read More01. Overview
From the School
Annually ranked by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola University Chicago will help you prepare for a career with 80+ programs in business, sciences, and other disciplines.
Loyola is the largest Jesuit Catholic university in the United States, enrolling students. Incoming freshmen come from 47 states and 48 countries. Loyola offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and more than 140 graduate, professional, and graduate-level certificate programs as well as three professional programs in law, medicine, and nursing.
Loyola helps students prepare for meaningful careers with top academic programs in business, the sciences, and numerous other disciplines, along with opportunities for internships throughout the city of Chicago and beyond. Loyola's well-rounded, transformative education will help students develop as a whole person-intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually.
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02. Rankings
Rankings and Lists
03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate
Admissions
From the School:
Students seeking admission to Loyola are evaluated on their overall academic record, including ACT or SAT scores. The freshman class entering in Fall 2019 had middle 50% ACT score ranges between 25 and 30, middle 50% range on the SAT Verbal between 570 and 660, middle 50% range on the SAT Math between 560 and 660, and an average GPA of 3.72. Most Loyola students rank in the upper quarter of their graduating class, but consideration is given to students in the upper half.
Transfer students with 20 credit hours or more are evaluated on the basis of their college work only. The minimum acceptable GPA varies from 2.0 to 2.5, depending upon academic interest. Candidates must also be in good standing at the last college attended.
Loyola notifies applicants on a rolling basis after the application, supporting credentials, and secondary school counselor or teacher recommendation are received. The application is only available online and there is no application fee at LUC.edu/applyluc
Prospective students are encouraged to visit campus by arranging individual appointments and campus tours up to two weeks in advance. Arrange a visit at LUC.edu/visit.
To obtain an application, get more information, or arrange a visit, contact:
Undergraduate Admission Office
Loyola University Chicago
Sullivan Center
6339 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660
Telephone: 773.508.3075 or 800.262.2373 (toll-free)
E-mail: admission@luc.edu
Website: LUC.edu/undergrad
Applicants
39,296
Acceptance Rate
82%
Average HS GPA
3.91
GPA Breakdown
39%
4.0
22%
3.75 - 3.99
16%
3.50 - 3.74
12%
3.25 - 3.49
8%
3.00 - 3.24
3%
2.50 - 2.99
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
600 - 690
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
570 - 670
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1180 - 1260
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
27 - 32
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Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
use in admission:
Test Optional
Other Admission Factors Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Selectivity
4. Cost, Tuition, Expenses
05. Academics
From the School
The Core Curriculum is the foundation of Loyola's liberal arts education. Core courses are aimed at increasing students' understanding of themselves and the world while they explore diverse subjects and cultivate new interests. Courses provide a strong base of knowledge, skills, and values that will help students achieve academic, professional, and personal success throughout their lives.
Exceptionally well-qualified students may apply to the Interdisciplinary Honors Program.
Other special academic opportunities include pre-professional programs for law and health professions; 40+ five-year (bachelor's/master's) degree programs; numerous interdisciplinary programs; a six-year, early admission to Loyola's School of Law; and the Loyola/Midwestern University Dual-Acceptance Pharmacy Program.
What students say
Students of all disciplines at Loyola University Chicago are given every opportunity to follow what interests them and to "build an education that will serve them well in the future." To that end, Loyola's Jesuit ideals yield "rigorous and fascinating" programs that are "developing intellectual and socially responsible students" and preparing them both for careers and "being aware of problems around us." The offering of "significant financial assistance and plenty of scholarships" helps, as do specializations like Loyola's intensive January term, where students have the freedom to do a deep dive into the subject of their choice.
The school's prime lakeside location, just eight miles north of downtown Chicago, "allows Loyola to attract top-notch faculty." Those professors then "find a good balance in their teaching methods that allows students to engage the material" utilizing "connections and opportunities," such as bringing in "business professionals to relate our classroom material to the real world." One student states: "The majority of the professors [are] excellent," while another confesses to having "several professors who I would go out of my way to take again." Coursework itself is "challenging, but not overbearing," keeping with the "wellknown academic integrity of the school."
Student/Faculty
13 : 1
Total Faculty
1,458
Terminal Degree
1,016
Gender to Class Inforamtion
Women
806
Men
652
Minority
284
International
58
Class/Lab sizes
Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19
Rating
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
69%
Graduate in 5 years
75%
Graduate in 6 years
76%
University Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Majors and Degrees Offered
The College of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate majors in African Studies and the African Diaspora, anthropology, art history, biochemistry, bioinformatics, biology, biophysics, chemistry, classical civilization, computer science, criminal justice and criminology, cybersecurity, dance, economics, engineering science, English, forensic science, French, global and international studies, Greek (ancient), history, human services, information technology, Italian, Latin, mathematics, mathematics and computer science, mathematics education, music, neuroscience, philosophy, physics, physics and computer science, physics and engineering, political science, psychology, religious studies, sociology, sociology and anthropology, software engineering, Spanish, statistics, studio art, theater, theology, theoretical physics and applied mathematics, visual communication, and women's studies and gender studies.
The Institute of Environmental Sustainability offers majors in Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, and Environmental Studies.
The Quinlan School of Business offers majors in accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, human resource management, information systems, international business, management, marketing, supply chain management, sport management, and a US/Europe Business double degree.
The School of Communication offers majors in advertising creative, advertising and public relations, advocacy and social change, communication studies, film and digital media, and multimedia journalism.
The School of Education offers majors in bilingual/bicultural education, early childhood/special education, elementary education, middle grade education, secondary education, and special education.
The Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing offers the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, an RN to BSN, and an Accelerated BSN program, which is available to students who have already completed a baccalaureate degree.
The Parkinson School of Health Sciences Offers Bachelor's degrees in Exercise Science, Healthcare Administration, and Public Health.
The School of Social Work offers an undergraduate major in social work and a combined bachelor's and master's degree in social work, which can be completed in five years.
Learn more at LUC.edu/majors.
Prominent Alumni
Sandra Cisneros
Awarded Author & Poet
Lori Greinier
Inventor, Entrepreneur, Cast Member in Shark Tank
Philip Caputo
Author and Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalist
Michael Quinlan
Director of McDonald's Corporation, chairman of the board of directors of McDonalds, and CEO
William Rancic
Won the 1st season of The Apprentice, owns a television company
Leslie David Baker
Played Stanley on The Office
Jennifer Morrison
Played Dr. Cameron in House
06. Student Body
From The School
Loyola's total enrollment is 17,159 students, both undergraduate and graduate. The 2019 incoming freshman class consisted of 2,636 students. These students came from 47 states, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and 48 foreign countries. Of these students, 33% attended private/Catholic high school. Our diverse student population is comprised of 41% African American, Asian American, Latin American, Native American, and Multiracial/Other students. With 45% of our student body identifying as Buddhist, Easter Orthodox, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, and Protestant, Loyola University Chicago is a home to all faiths.
Loyola offers students the chance to develop leadership and social skills by participating in any of its more than 250+ academic, athletic, cultural, hobby, media, political, social, and spiritual student-run organizations.
What students say:
At Loyola University Chicago, "there is a real feel of family." One student describes the atmosphere as "very easy to fit in because of how accepting people are." In fact, over 80% of first-year students reported that helping others in need was an "essential" or "very important value." Generally, students are known to be "witty, hardworking, smart, and outgoing," and most likely "involved in some extracurricular or another." The average student seems to come "from an upper-middle class family, has some faith background, and balances school with social life well." Another student concurs, describing their peers as "studious and fairly involved, but able to have fun." Overall, most students "find a good core group of people that they work together with in classes, clubs, organizations, and/or athletics."
Gender
69% female31% male
Out of State
43% are out
of state57% are
in-state
of state57% are
in-state
Students
90% are
full time10% are
part time
full time10% are
part time
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
12,538
Student Body Demographics
American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.11%
Asian
12.91%
Black
8.07%
Hispanic
23.29%
Caucasian
47.18%
Unknown
1.24%
International
2.12%
07. Mental Health
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/
well-being education for students
well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
08. Campus Life
Location
Loyola gives students the best of campus and city life with diverse living and learning opportunities in the world-class city of Chicago. Located off North Michigan Avenue, Chicago's Magnificent Mile, Loyola's dynamic Water Tower Campus is home to the Quinlan School of Business as well as the Schools of Communication, Continuing and Professional Studies, Education, Law, and Social Work and connects students to myriad internship, job, and service opportunities. Loyola's Lake Shore Campus, home to the College of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School, and the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing, is located on the picturesque shore of Lake Michigan and offers students the comforts of a traditional residential campus. The Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health and the Stritch School of Medicine are housed at the Medical Sciences Campus in west suburban Maywood, Illinois.
Exposure to Loyola's three Chicago campuses gives students three diverse experiences: a vibrant urban environment, the comfort of a more traditional collegiate setting, and the bustle of a professional medical environment. At each campus, students have access to computers, study areas, and dining halls, as well as a network of student groups and activities. A free intercampus shuttle is available between the Lake Shore and Water Tower Campuses. Loyola has been offering online learning for 10+ years.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
The Schreiber Center is home to the Quinlan School of Business. Opened in 2015, the Schreiber Center is a 10-story business learning space designed to foster community, connectivity, and transparency. This sustainable, state-of-the-art building is a landmark on our Water Tower Campus and acts as a networking hub for students, faculty, and alumni.
The 100,000+ sq. ft. Damen Student Center is a LEED Silver certified building. Named after the founder of Loyola University Chicago, the Arnold J. Damen, S.J. Student Center provides students a dedicated space to build community and encourage co-curricular engagement. Damen is the place to relax, study, play pool, watch TV, grab a snack, or hang out with friends.
The Institute of Environmental Sustainability at Loyola is the latest way we are extending our commitment to responsible leadership. The Institute provides practical experiences that will translate to your future workplace, such as working on the student-run farm or in the ecosystem research labs, as well as through degree options in environmental studies and environmental science with concentrations in conservation and restoration, food systems and sustainable agriculture, and public health.
Our student-run biodiesel program is the first and only school operation licensed to sell reclaimed biodiesel fuel In the U.S.
Not only is the recently completed Cuneo Hall a state-of-the-art building with a cutting-edge academic center—but it also uses sustainable technologies to reduce its ecological footprint. Cuneo is LEED Gold certified and will use approximately 60% less energy than comparable academic buildings.
The renovated Mundelein Center offers new options for fine arts programming. For plays and theatre are the Newhart Family Theatre and the Underground Laboratory Theatre. Mundelein Music Hall has been completely renovated as well. These new spaces give students an opportunity to hone their craft in contemporary surroundings.
The School of Communication is in the heart of Chicago's creative and business communities. Located at the Water Tower Campus, the building features generously equipped computer labs, state-of-the-art classrooms and offices, and on-site production facilities, including street-side lab with a TV studio and radio interview sets.
The Information Commons is a four-story lakeside research facility that provides individual and group study space for students, as well as state-of-the-art technology with more than 200 computers, wireless internet connections, and a lakefront café.
Loyola's Michael R. and Marilyn C. Quinlan Life Sciences Education and Research Center provides numerous opportunities for undergraduates to engage in the latest scientific research alongside their professors in modern labs for biology, bioinformatics, chemistry, ecology, and other life sciences.
For information about campus facilities, visit https://www.luc.edu/campus_community.shtml
Off-Campus Opportunities
Students may study abroad at the John Felice Rome Center in Italy, our Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City, or choose from 150 other study abroad programs in 70 countries.
What students say:
Life at Loyola "provides the best of both worlds: an integrated campus and a taste of the city life." On campus, the vibe is "very relaxed, a sort of oasis in a bustling city." The classic brick buildings are "gorgeous," and the grounds boast a beach on Lake Michigan, so "clearly, it does not feel much like a city most of the time." There are over 250 student-run clubs and organizations on campus, and student athletes compete in 15 Division I sports. Informal coffee chats, chess workshops, and Latin music ensembles can all be found on campus throughout any given week. Off campus, central Chicago is "a gold mine," and for some "the biggest hobby around here is exploring Chicago. We go out every weekend, just looking for things to do and always finding them." Some describe Loyola's "social atmosphere" itself as a little "dull," though others rave about getting to "go on trips that involve doing out-of-the-ordinary activities." Overall, students appreciate the balance of fun and preparation that Loyola provides: "What's great about Loyola is that it is very future focused, but it never forgets about the present either."
82%
Students
43%
First-Year Students
82%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
Help finding off-campus housing
No
Most Popular Places On Campus
Damen Student Center
Klarchek Information Commons
School of Environmental Sustainability
Halas Recreation Center
Madonna della Strada Chapel
LAKE SHORE CAMPUS Loyola's main residential campus is located along Lake Michigan on Chicago's North Side, minutes from downtown Chicago and the Water Tower Campus. It is home to over 11,000 undergraduate students, and 4,000 live on-campus in one of 20 residence halls. Popular campus spots include the beautiful, lakeside Klarchek Information Commons; the Damen Student Center, home to Student Activities and Greek Affairs which facilitates 230+ student organizations, activities, and clubs; historic academic buildings such as Dumbach Hall, Cudahy Science Hall, and Mundelein Center; and the Sullivan Center which houses undergraduate student services and the Career Development Center. WATER TOWER CAMPUS Loyola's downtown campus is located along Pearson Street, just off of Chicago's “Magnificent Mile" on North Michigan Avenue. Here, both residential and commuter students can complete one of many undergraduate degree programs, as well as take advantage of internships at many of Chicago's business, cultural, and non-profit institutions. The Water Tower Campus is home to the Quinlan School of Business, as well as the School of Communication, Education, Law, Social Work, Arrupe College and select programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. On-campus living is available in Baumhart Hall, which also offers students access to a University bookstore, fitness center, chapel, and dining options.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Chicago's Historic Water Tower and Magnificent Mile Shopping and Dining
Art Institute and many Art and Cultural Museums
Linclon Park Zoo
Chicago theatres and performing arts venues
Lake front biking and walking path
LAKE SHORE CAMPUS Loyola's main residential campus is located along Lake Michigan on Chicago's North Side, minutes from downtown Chicago and the Water Tower Campus. It is home to over 11,000 undergraduate students, and 4,000 live on-campus in one of 20 residence halls. Popular campus spots include the beautiful, lakeside Klarchek Information Commons; the Damen Student Center, home to Student Activities and Greek Affairs which facilitates 230+ student organizations, activities, and clubs; historic academic buildings such as Dumbach Hall, Cudahy Science Hall, and Mundelein Center; and the Sullivan Center which houses undergraduate student services and the Career Development Center. WATER TOWER CAMPUS Loyola's downtown campus is located along Pearson Street, just off of Chicago's “Magnificent Mile" on North Michigan Avenue. Here, both residential and commuter students can complete one of many undergraduate degree programs, as well as take advantage of internships at many of Chicago's business, cultural, and non-profit institutions. The Water Tower Campus is home to the Quinlan School of Business, as well as the School of Communication, Education, Law, Social Work, The Arrupe College and select programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. On-campus living is available in Baumhart Hall, which also offers students access to a University bookstore, fitness center, chapel, and dining options.
9. Campus Visits
Campus Visits Contact
1032 W. Sheridan Rd Chicago, IL 60660
admission@LUC.edu
800-262-2373
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Mon.-Sat.
Tours at 10:00am & 2:00pm Monday-Friday, 9:30am & 11:00am Saturday
800-262-2373
Campus Tours
Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
2 hours
Visits
CLASS VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
FACULTY AND COACH VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews:
No
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
www.LUC.edu/undergrad/comevisit
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Limitations
Overnight visits are not offered
Campus Tours
TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS
Transportation from Airports and Union Station From O'Hare Airport by the "EL": On the lower level of O'Hare, board the Blue Line/O'Hare-Congress train to downtown. At the Washington stop, change trains to the Red Line/Howard-Dan Ryan. This involves going down the stairs from the platform, walking through the tunnel and back up onto the Red Line's Washington stop. Look for the signs indicating "Northbound to Howard" and take the train to the Loyola stop. Cross Sheridan Road to enter campus. Fare is $2.25 per person. From O'Hare Airport by Cab: A cab from O'Hare Airport costs about $34.00 in normal traffic. Directions from O'Hare are located on this sheet. To avoid heavy traffic, drivers may take various alternated routes. From Midway Airport by the "El": Exit Midway Airport and proceed across the footbridge spanning Cicero Avenue to the Orange Line's Midway station. Take the Orange Line train into downtown. At the State and Lake stop, change trains to the subway Red Line/Howard-Dan Ryan. Exit the platform
LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Suggested Hotel Accommodations Please request the Loyola Rate Hampton Inn Chicago-North 1209 W Albion Ave Chicago, IL 60626 312-265-5800 The Talbott Hotel 20 East Delaware Place Chicago, IL 60611 (312) 944-4970 Millennium Knickerbocker 163 East Walton Place Chicago, IL 60611 (866) 568-7025 toll free Hilton Garden Inn Evanston 1818 Maple Ave Evanston, IL 60201 (847) 475-6400
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10. Sports & Athletics
Athletic Division I
Participate in intercollegiate sports
2%
Men's Sports (Ramblers)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Women's Sports (Ramblers)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
11. Housing & Activities
Hosting Features
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
230
Number of Honor Societies
7
Number of Social Sororities
12
Number of Religious Organizations
8
Join a fraternity
5%
Join a sorority
8%
12. Student Services
Health
Womens Center
Military
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Northwestern University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Chicago
Sustainability
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
24%
Green rating
99/99
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Car Sharing Program
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
School Developed Bicycle Plan
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Fee for Network Use
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Description Lenovo, Apple, Microsoft, Adobe
13. Financial Aid
At Loyola, we're committed to making a high-quality education affordable. Our Financial Aid Office works with students and families to address each student's specific situation and needs. Our expert staff evaluates financial aid eligibility for resources such as grants, scholarships, and loans to help make a Loyola education a possibility for students.
Approximately 99% of Loyola freshmen receive some form of financial aid. Students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 15 in order to meet Loyola's March 1 priority processing date.
In addition to the many scholarships awarded with admission, students may also explore more than 75 types of additional scholarships. For more information, visit LUC.edu/scholarships.
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$31,247
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$29,066
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,264
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
57%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$34,789
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$28,816
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based Aid
01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships
No-Need-Based
01 - Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL):
01 - Federal Perkins Loans
02 - State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
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14. Career Services & Jobs
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
69%
Graduate in 5 years
75%
Graduate in 6 years
76%
Career Services
01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
01 - Coop
02 - Experiential
03 - Internship
ROI & Outcomes Information from PayScale
15. Majors
01 AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
- African Studies.
- African-American/Black Studies.
- Women's Studies.
02 BASIC SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENTAL/REMEDIAL EDUCATION.
- Second Language Learning.
03 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
- Biochemistry.
- Bioinformatics.
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
- Biophysics.
- Neurobiology and Behavior.
- Neurobiology and Neurosciences, Other.
- Neuroscience.
04 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
- Accounting.
- Business Administration and Management, General.
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other.
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
- Business/Commerce, General.
- Business/Managerial Economics.
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
- Finance, General.
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
- International Business/Trade/Commerce.
- Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.
- Management Information Systems, General.
- Marketing, Other.
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
- Office Management and Supervision.
- Operations Management and Supervision.
- Organizational Behavior Studies.
- Organizational Leadership.
05 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
- Advertising.
- Communication and Media Studies, Other.
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
- Journalism.
- Organizational Communication, General.
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
06 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
- Computer and Information Sciences, General.
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
- Computer Software and Media Applications, Other.
- Information Technology.
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.
07 EDUCATION.
- Bilingual and Multilingual Education.
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
- Elementary Education and Teaching.
- Foreign Language Teacher Education.
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
- Mathematics Teacher Education.
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
- Secondary Education and Teaching.
- Special Education and Teaching, General.
08 ENGINEERING.
- Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering.
- Computer Engineering, General.
- Computer Software Engineering.
- Engineering, Other.
- Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering.
09 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
- English Language and Literature, General.
10 FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
- Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature.
- Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
- Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
- French Language and Literature.
- German Language and Literature.
- Italian Language and Literature.
- Latin Language and Literature.
- Linguistics.
- Spanish Language and Literature.
11 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
- Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist.
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist.
- Dietetics/Dietitian.
- Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance).
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
- Physical Therapy/Therapist.
- Public Health, General.
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
12 HISTORY.
- History, General.
13 HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
14 LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
- Legal Professions and Studies, Other.
15 LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
- General Studies.
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
16 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
- Applied Mathematics, General.
- Applied Mathematics.
- Mathematics, General.
- Statistics, General.
17 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
- Behavioral Sciences.
- Mathematics and Computer Science.
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
18 NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
- Environmental Science.
- Environmental Studies.
- Natural Resources Management and Policy.
19 PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
- Philosophy.
20 PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
- Chemistry, General.
- Physics, General.
21 PSYCHOLOGY.
- Applied Psychology.
- Psychology, General.
- Psychology, Other.
22 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
- Human Services, General.
- Public Administration.
- Social Work.
23 SOCIAL SCIENCES.
- Anthropology.
- International Relations and Affairs.
- Political Science and Government, General.
- Sociology.
24 THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
- Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other.
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling.
- Religious Education.
- Theology/Theological Studies.
25 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
- Dance, General.
- Design and Visual Communications, General.
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
- Fine/Studio Arts, General.
- Music, General.
- Voice and Opera.