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Loyola Marymount University
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Information Summary
Ranks 94th overall and 8th in California
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
95.0 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$45,074 |
| Admission
Success rate |
50% |
| ACT / SAT
75 %ile scores |
28 / 1280 |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
13 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
90% / N/A |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
8,845 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 39,315 (39,315 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 15,558 (2.38 people per house) |
| Families | 9,388 (2.98 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 7,158 |
| Pop. — Asian | 4,508 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 335 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 399 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 25,669 |
| Pop. — Other | 3,457 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)
| Undergraduate | Arts & sciences plus professions, some graduate coexistence |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Postbaccalaureate comprehensive |
| Undergraduate Population | Full-time four-year, more selective, lower transfer-in |
| Enrollment | Majority undergraduate |
| Size & Setting | Medium four-year, primarily residential |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Doctoral degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning |  |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Loyola Marymount University?
Ranks 123rd for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $33,266 | $33,266 | $33,266 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $636 | $636 | $636 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $1,298 | $1,298 | $1,298 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $14,461 | $14,461 | $14,461 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $110 | $110 | $110 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $887 | $887 | $887 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $45,074 | $45,074 | $45,074 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $46,008 | $46,008 | $46,008 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $36,782 | $36,782 | $36,782 |
Student Tuition Costs for Professional Fields
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for getting a professional degree?
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Law Degree — Tuition | $37,890 | $37,890 |
| Law Degree — Required Fees | $278 | $278 |
| Other Degree — Tuition | $25,340 | $25,340 |
| Other Degree — Required Fees | $278 | $278 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $27,710  $31,804 |
$27,710  $31,804 |
$27,710  $31,804 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $832  $1,314 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | $11,808  $10,340 |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | $2,030  $2,151 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $10,340  $10,540 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $2,030  $2,350 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $3,294  $3,664 |
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Admission Details
| Application Fee Required | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Application Fee | N/A |
| Graduate Application Fee | $50 |
| First Professional Application Fee | $50 |
| Applicants | 9,087 (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Admitted | 4,552 (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Admission rate | 50% |
| First-time Enrollment | 1,268 (524 male / 744 female) |
| FT Enrollment | 1,267 (524 male / 743 female) |
| PT Enrollment | 1 (N/A male / 1 female) |
| Total Enrollment | 8,845 |
Admission Criteria
What criteria does Loyola Marymount University use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record |  /  / |
| College Prep. Completion | |
| Recommendations | |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | |
| TOEFL | |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Loyola Marymount University accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NCAA |
|---|---|
| NCAA Basketball Conference | West Coast Conference |
| NCAA Baseball Conference | West Coast Conference |
| NCAA Track & Field Conference | West Coast Conference |
ACT Test Admission
Ranks 257th for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting ACT results | % |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | / |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | / |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 24 / 28 |
SAT Test Admission
Ranks 269th for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting SAT results | % |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | 540 / 630 |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | 550 / 650 |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 1090 / 1280 |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | 3,275 |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | $8,640 |
| Board Fee | $2,650 |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | N/A | N/A | % |
| State & Local Grant Aid | N/A | N/A | % |
| Institutional Grant Aid | N/A | N/A | % |
| Student Loan Aid | N/A | N/A | % |
| Any financial aid type | N/A | % |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Loyola Marymount University?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 92 | 96 | 188 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 222 | 450 | 672 |
Hispanic | 594 | 1,144 | 1,738 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 552 | 744 | 1,296 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 26 | 30 | 56 |
White Non-Hispanic | 2,186 | 2,608 | 4,794 |
Race Unknown | 126 | 102 | 228 |
| Total | 3,798 | 5,174 | 8,972 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at Loyola Marymount University?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 5 | 4 | 9 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 21 | 52 | 73 |
Hispanic | 70 | 150 | 220 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 62 | 80 | 142 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 5 | 4 | 9 |
White Non-Hispanic | 270 | 365 | 635 |
Race Unknown | 50 | 65 | 115 |
| Total | 483 | 720 | 1,203 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Loyola Marymount University.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 234 | 229 | 463 | |
| 228 | 167 | 395 | |
| 33 | 86 | 119 | |
| 16 | 99 | 115 | |
| 30 | 82 | 112 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 438 (N/A male / N/A female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 63 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 7 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | N/A |
Loyola Marymount University History
Founded in 1911 as the all-male Loyola College of Los Angeles, Loyola Marymount University (LMU) is a Jesuit institution and one of the largest Catholic universities in the United States. Originally located in downtown Los Angeles, the campus moved to its current location in 1929. The school was renamed Loyola University in 1930 and merged with the all-female Marymount College in 1973.
Loyola Marymount University Students
Located on a 150-acre campus over the Pacific Ocean, Loyola Marymount offers a beautiful setting for the college experience. LMU supports more than 130 student clubs, 15 Greek organizations, and a number of on-campus social activities.
Most Loyola Marymount students live in campus housing.
Loyola Marymount University Athletics
The LMU Lions compete in the following NCAA Division I sports:
- Men’s baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, track, crew, and water polo.
- Women’s basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, track, volleyball, and crew.
Additionally, a number of intramural sports are available, including football, basketball, volleyball, softball, and more.
Loyola Marymount University Traditions
Founded on a tradition of faith and service, Loyola Marymount’s mission is three-fold:
- The encouragement of learning
- The education of the whole person
- The service of faith and the promotion of justice
Social justice and helping the community are important parts of Loyola Marymount’s philosophy. Its student body participates in more than 350 community organizations, contributing more than 175,000 hours annually to a range of social causes.
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