C+

Above Average

Score: 54/100

Elmhurst University

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Elmhurst, Illinois 60126

🌐 www.elmhurst.edu/

Outcomes

B+

75/100

Affordability

23/100

Resources

C+

57/100

Experience

B+

77/100

Prestige

38/100

Quick Stats

3,906

Total Enrollment

65%

Graduation Rate

76%

Retention Rate

14.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

76%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Elmhurst University Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $645,511
Avg rent near campus: $2,468/mo — vs ~$761/mo campus room rate
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🏆 Where Elmhurst University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#13

Industrial and Organizational Psychology

of 26 schools

#27

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$41,258	$41,258
Room	$6,848
Board	$5,010
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$59,436	$59,436

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

45%

Receive Pell Grants

55%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 219 grads/yr Psychology, General 96 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 91 grads/yr Communication Sciences and Disorders, General 70 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 55 grads/yr Finance, General 50 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 33 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 28 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 28 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 26 grads/yr Industrial and Organizational Psychology 25 grads/yr Management Science 25 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 24 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 23 grads/yr History, General 23 grads/yr Public Health, General 22 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 19 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 18 grads/yr Accounting 17 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Elmhurst University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Psychologists, all other

$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Industrial-organizational psychologists

$110k/yr 5,600 jobs

Clinical and counseling psychologists

$96k/yr 76,300 jobs

Psychology teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 52,500 jobs

Social science research assistants

$58k/yr 40,600 jobs

Student Demographics

3,906

Total Students

62%

Women

86%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%

Hispanic 27%

Black 5%

Asian 8%

Two or More 2%

Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 51%

Hybrid (Some Online) 32%

Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 86%

25-64 (Adult) 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Elmhurst University?

Elmhurst University has an acceptance rate of 76%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Elmhurst University?

Tuition at Elmhurst University is $41,258 for in-state students and $41,258 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Elmhurst University?

The graduation rate at Elmhurst University is 65%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Elmhurst University a good school?

Elmhurst University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Elmhurst University?

Elmhurst University has a total enrollment of 3,906 students. Most students (86%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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