School Information

64.8
Total Enrollment 3,363
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 13 : 1

Elmhurst College

http://public.elmhurst.edu
190 Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-3096
(630) 617-3500

Elmhurst College makes a difference in the lives of students so they can make a difference in the world. It is our special mission to prepare each graduate to: think deeply connect broadly, serve usefully, and live faithfully In pursuing this mission, we combine liberal arts education and professional preparation while emphasizing active learning, broad perspectives, collaborative engagement, and personal accountability.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation United Church of Christ
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Campus Setting Suburb: Large
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Elmhurst College, 92.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 94.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $12,735), and 84% receive loans ($7,580 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,874. Off campus it is around $5,000.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Elmhurst College is $21,952 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 2,762 people applied to Elmhurst College. Of the applicants, 70.0% were admitted (68.0% male & 71.0% female ) and 30.0% accepted (30.0% male and 30.0% female)

Of the 3,093 undergraduate students at Elmhurst College, 8.0% are part-time. A majority (86.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 91.0% of the 270 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     87.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     83.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     100.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     51.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     67.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     70.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline Freshmen: Beginning October 1, Transfers: Beginning November 1
Admissions Office Phone (630) 617-3400
Admissions Office Email admit@elmhurst.edu
Admissions Office Address Elmhurst College, 190 Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-3296
Admissions Transfer URL http://public.elmhurst.edu/admission
Admissions Website http://http://public.elmhurst.edu/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.whatsnextillinois.org/Applications/Elmhurst_College/apply.html?application_id=169

In order to be accepted to Elmhurst College, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Elmhurst College SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 460
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 560
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 480
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 610
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 480
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 560
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 21
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 27
ACT English (25th Percentile) 21
ACT English (75th Percentile) 27
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 20
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 27
 
Elmhurst College Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 0
American/United States Studies/Civilization 0
Biological and biomedical sciences 28
Biochemistry 0
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 28
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 182 64
Accounting 27 6
Business Administration and Management, General 37 41
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 49
Finance, General 14
International Business/Trade/Commerce 9
Logistics and Materials Management 4 17
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 42
Communication, journalism, and related programs 46
Communication and Media Studies, Other 21
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other 0
Organizational Communication, General 25
Communications technologies/technicians and support services 1
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects 1
Computer and information sciences and support services 11 7
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other 0
Computer Science 4
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 7
Information Science/Studies 3
Information Technology 4
Education 103 23
Art Teacher Education 2
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 11 14
Education, General 1 9
Education, Other 0
Elementary Education and Teaching 55
Music Teacher Education 16
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 12
Special Education and Teaching, General 6
Speech Teacher Education 0
English language and literature/letters 39 2
English Language and Literature, General 31 2
Speech and Rhetorical Studies 8
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 7
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other 1
French Language and Literature 1
German Language and Literature 0
Spanish Language and Literature 5
Health professions and related clinical sciences 106 18
Athletic Training/Trainer 0
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 78 18
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 28
History 15
History, General 15
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 2
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 2
Mathematics and statistics 4
Mathematics, General 4
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 0
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies 0
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 0
Natural resources and conservation 0
Natural Resources Management and Policy 0
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 25
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 25
Philosophy and religious studies 4
Philosophy 4
Religion/Religious Studies 0
Physical sciences 11
Chemistry, General 7
Physics, General 4
Psychology 40 5
Industrial and Organizational Psychology 5
Psychology, General 40
Public administration and social service professions 0
Human Services, General 0
Social sciences 37
Economics, General 3
Geography 8
Political Science and Government, General 12
Sociology 10
Urban Studies/Affairs 4
Theology and religious vocations 4
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies 2
Theology/Theological Studies 2
Visual and performing arts 33
Art/Art Studies, General 7
Arts Management 0
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 7
Jazz/Jazz Studies 1
Music Management and Merchandising 10
Music Theory and Composition 2
Music, General 6
 
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