Elmhurst, IL

Elmhurst University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Elmhurst University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Elmhurst, IL.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Elmhurst University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

74% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 6,245 applied, 4,599 accepted, and 576 enrolled in Elmhurst.
221 men and 355 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,130 SAT, 26 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,130 and ACT score is 26. The SAT score of 1130 is average, 67 to 74 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total99011301260
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing510570640
Math480560620
ACT Score
Composite232630
Math192427
English232428
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $42,955 for undergraduate programs and $34,460 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.19% compared to last year at Elmhurst University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

2,791 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $27,419.
For freshmen, 617 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $29,445.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 3,997 students enrolled Elmhurst in 2025.
By gender, 1,523 men and 2,474 women students are enrolled.
There are 3,213 undergraduate and 784 graduate students.
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126 Major Programs

  • 5 programs through online
  • 19 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Elmhurst is 70% and the transfer-out rate is 30%.
The retention rate is 80% for full-time and 80% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
70%
Transfer-out Rate
30%
Retention Rate
80%
Students to Faculty Ratio
15 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 469 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Elmhurst and the average faculty salary is $80,770. The studetns to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.
There are 773 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $65,358.
Number of Faculties
469
Average Faculty Salary
$80,770
Number of Staffs
773
Average Staff Salary
$65,358

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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