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Elmhurst University
Elmhurst,
IL
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate76%
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About Elmhurst University
Elmhurst University is a private, religious university in the suburb of Elmhurst, Illinois. Elmhurst University was founded in 1871. The college currently enrolls around 3,731 students a year, including 3,027 undergrads.
Elmhurst University Acceptance Rate 2022
It is moderately difficult to get into Elmhurst University. Around 76% of applicants get into Elmhurst University each year. In 2022, 5,679 students applied to Elmhurst University and 4,325 were admitted.
| Elmhurst University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 76% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 97% |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 97% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 32% |
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Elmhurst University is located in the town of Elmhurst, Illinois, near Chicago.
If you are interested in seeing Elmhurst University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 294 to Elmhurst, or book a flight to the nearest airport, OHare International.
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College Info
Elmhurst University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Elmhurst University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Elmhurst University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Elmhurst University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
970 - 1220
Math SAT Range
480 - 610
Reading SAT Range
500 - 630
Elmhurst University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$53,866
In State$53,866
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$41,258
$41,258
Fees
$750
$750
Housing
$11,858
$11,858
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Elmhurst University is like? There are approximately 3,731 students enrolled at Elmhurst University, including 3,027 undergraduate students and 704 graduate students. 93% percent of students attend school full-time, 90% percent are from IL and 10% percent of students are from other states.
93%
Full Time6%
Part Time90%
In State10%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,731
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
76%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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