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79.2%Acceptance
$51,716Tuition
11,576Students
77%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$71,530Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24Roman Catholic

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
79.2%
Average SAT
1,275
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,180–1,370
ACT Composite (avg)
29
Total Enrollment
11,576

Admissions Overview

Loyola University Chicago is open admission with a 79% acceptance rate. This means most qualified applicants get in, but the school still maintains academic standards. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1180-1370 on the SAT or around 29 on the ACT. Strong grades in college prep courses matter more than perfect test scores here. The Jesuit tradition emphasizes developing the whole person through rigorous academics and service to others. Loyola seeks students who want to engage with Chicago's active culture while pursuing meaningful careers in fields like business, healthcare, or social justice. The school values intellectual curiosity combined with a commitment to helping others.