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Information Summary
Ranks 1505th for total enrollment
| Surrounding community | Large suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Highest offering | Master's degree |
| Full-time Enrollment | 2,362 |
| Total Enrollment | 2,920 |
| Calendar System | Four-one-four plan |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition | |
| Application Fee Required | |
| Undergraduate Application Fee | N/A |
| Graduate Application Fee | $25 |
| First Professional Application Fee | N/A |
Demographics Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Elmhurst, IL
| Total Population | 45,355 (45,355 urban / N/A rural) |
|---|---|
| Households | 16,538 (2.65 people per house) |
| Families | 11,957 (3.19 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 471 |
| Pop. — Asian | 1,949 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 27 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 118 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 42,605 |
| Pop. — Other | 644 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (smaller programs)
| Undergraduate | Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Postbaccalaureate with arts & sciences (business dominant) |
| Undergraduate Population | Full-time four-year, selective, higher transfer-in |
| Enrollment | Very high undergraduate |
| Size & Setting | Small four-year, primarily residential |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Elmhurst College?
Ranks 437th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $23,100 | $23,100 | $23,100 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $657 | $657 | $657 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $733 | $733 | $733 |
| Total Cost of attendance — On-Campus | $32,800 | $32,800 | $32,800 |
| Total Cost of attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $32,922 | $32,922 | $32,922 |
| Total Cost of attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $28,600 | $28,600 | $28,600 |
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 | $20,150 |
$20,150 |
$20,150 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $650 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | $6,304 |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | $1,100 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $6,304 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $1,100 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $4,200 |
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Admission Details
| Applicants | 1,952 (767 male / 1,185 female) |
|---|---|
| Admitted | 1,400 (525 male / 875 female) |
| Admission rate | 72% |
| First-time Enrollment | 482 (185 male / 297 female) |
| FT Enrollment | 482 (185 male / 297 female) |
| PT Enrollment | N/A (N/A male / N/A female) |
Admission Criteria
What criteria does Elmhurst College 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 |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Airforce | |
| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NCAA |
|---|---|
| NCAA / NAIA Football Conference | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc |
| NCAA / NAIA Basketball Conference | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc |
| NCAA / NAIA Baseball Conference | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc |
| NCAA / NAIA Track & Field Conference | College Conference of Illinois and Wisc |
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Elmhurst College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) |
ACT Test Admission
Rank 409th for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting ACT results | 96% |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | 21 / 27 |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | 21 / 26 |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 22 / 26 |
SAT Test Admission
Rank 353rd for 75pctl scores
| Applicants submitting SAT results | 8% |
|---|---|
| Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) | 470 / 630 |
| Math scores (25/75 %ile) | 480 / 620 |
| Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) | 950 / 1250 |
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 | 918 |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | $4,000 |
| Board Fee | $2,822 |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,472 | 96 | |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $3,977 | 153 | |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $7,722 | 292 | |
| Student Loan Aid | $4,020 | 218 | |
| Any financial aid type | 347 |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Elmhurst College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 13 | 11 | 24 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 60 | 107 | 167 |
Hispanic | 59 | 115 | 174 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 35 | 62 | 97 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 2 | 3 |
White Non-Hispanic | 795 | 1,426 | 2,221 |
Race Unknown | 100 | 134 | 234 |
| Total | 1,063 | 1,857 | 2,920 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students complete Elmhurst College?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $59,544 ($63,268 male / $55,362 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 121 (64 male / 57 female) |
| Total Benefits | $2,064,332 |
Elmhurst College Summary
Elmhurst College was founded in 1871. There were approximately 2,600 students enrolled in Elmhurst College in 2003. Elmhurst College offers the following degrees: In 1871 a Chicago businessman Thomas Bryan and his wife Jennie gave land in Elmhurst, Illinois to the German Evangelical Synod of the Northwest. In 1919, the Proseminary became the Elmhurst Academy and Junior College. In 1923, the Academy and Junior College assumed the name Elmhurst College, and became a four-year college for men, offering the Bachelor of Arts degree. In 1949, Elmhurst College offered its first Evening Session for adult students. Elmhurst College has a lot of opportunities for students that helps students better prepared them in their work field. The offices of the Student Government Association are housed here, as is the Union Board, the yearbook, and the college newspaper The Leader. Formerly known as the College Union, this building was renamed in 1994 to honor the College’s eleventh president, Dr. Ivan E. Originally built in 1928 as the College’s gymnasium, Goebel is named for the College’s third president. Constructed in 1911 and named for the fourth president of the College, Irion was extensively renovated in 1978 to provide better facilities for the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and the Department of Music. Located immediately east of the Frick Center, Kranz Forum is the site of a statue of Reinhold Niebuhr, a pre-eminent 20th-century theologian and 1910 graduate of Elmhurst College. Named for the sevent Elmhurst College president, Lehmann was erected in 1951 and renovated in 1990. It houses the Office of the President, the Office of College Advancement, the Office of Financial Affairs, Human Resources, Campus Security, Administrative Computer Services, and Central Printing Services. Memorial Hall houses the College’s highly respected Deicke Center for Nursing Education. The newest addition to the Elmhurst College campus. Dinkmeyer Hall, built in 1956, is named for the eighth president of the College and also houses the Elmhurst College Drop-in Child Care Center. Niebuhr Hall, named for Helmut Richard Niebuhr (Class of 1912 and the sixth president of the College) and Reinhold Niebuhr (Class of 1910 and a famed theologian) also houses the Wellness Center, which includes student health services and counseling services, and the Niebuhr Center, an innovative academic program that encourages students to incorporate their beliefs into their chosen majors and careers. Schick Hall, built in 1922 and expanded in 1967 and 1970, is named for Herman Schick, the fifth president of the College. Stanger Hall, built in 1968, is named for the ninth president of the College and his father, who was a professor. The Elmhurst College Bluejays compete in the CCIW a conference in the NCAA Division III. 1927, the College seal was designed by Robert Leonhardt, first registrar of the College, who also served as coach of the football team. Around the edges of the seal are the Latin words for Elmhurst College and the founding date, 1871. At Elmhurst College, the mace is borne by the College Marshal at all official convocations. The large handbell rung at Elmhurst College ceremonies is a reminder of the long history of the College. This is a large bell located in the corner of Langhorst Field, which is rung by every member of the team, after every victory the Elmhurst College football team brings to the school. The Presidential Medallion is an emblem symbolic of the Presidency of Elmhurst College. A replica of the Elmhurst College seal, it is worn by the College President at all ceremonial occasions. The Mill Theatre was acquired by Elmhurst College in the early 1960s. Elmhurst College is home to five sororities and four fraternities.
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Elmhurst College Academics
There’s never a reason to feel alone in your studies either, since there are academic support services like Learning Center, Pre-Admission Summer Program, Reduced Course Load, Study Skills Assistance and Tutoring. Elmhurst College is unique in its study options. Furthermore, when any student is looking for some counseling or other types of support, Adult (re-entering) student services, Campus Ministries/Chaplain, Career Counseling, Employment Service, Financial Aid Counseling, Freshman Orientation Program, Health Services, Minority Student Services, On-Campus Daycare, Personal Counseling and Placement Service can help. Specifically, the university has a Accelerated Program, Double Major, Dual Enrollment of High School Students, Honors Program, Independent Study, Internships, Liberal Arts/Career Combination, ROTC, Air Force, ROTC, Army, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification and Washington Semester. The university has disability services as well, so be sure to inquire about them if needed.
The following are the types of degrees and majors offered at Elmhurst College.
- Mathematics:
- Mathematics – General
- Computer Science:
- Computer Science, Information Sciences/Systems
- Health and Clinical Sciences:
- Nursing (RN), Predentistry, Premedicine, Prepharmacy, Preveterinary Medicine, Speech-Language Pathology
- Psychology:
- Psychology – General
- Foreign Language and Literature:
- French, German, Spanish
- Social Sciences:
- Economics, Geography, Political Science/Government, Sociology, Urban Studies
- Physical Sciences:
- Chemistry, Physics
- Parks, Recreation, and Fitness:
- Exercise Sciences, Health/Physical Fitness, Sport/Fitness Administration
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences:
- Biology
- English Language and Literature:
- English, English Language & Literature – General
- Education:
- Agricultural Education, Art Teacher Education, Biology Teacher Education, Chemistry Teacher Education, Early Childhood Education, Education – General, Elementary Education, English Teacher Education, French Teacher Education, German Teacher Education, History Teacher Education, Kindergarten/Preschool Education, Mathematics Education, Music Teacher Education, Physical Education, Physics Teacher Education, Secondary Education, Spanish Language Teacher Education, Special Education
- Business, Management, & Marketing:
- Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Finance/Banking, International Business, Logistics/Materials Management, Marketing Management
- Communications & Journalism:
- Communications/Rhetoric
- History:
- History – General
- Philosphy and Religion:
- Philosophy
- School of Visual and Performing Arts:
- Art – General, Drama/Theater Arts, Music – General, Music Management/Merchandising
The cost per credit hour (overall) was $657 Cost & Savings Calculator Financial Aid International students eligible for non-need-based aid last fall. Are you an international student? The Fall application deadline for international students is the 1st of May.
Elmhurst College Admissions
Admission policy is currently Percent applicants admitted: 75%. Remember that this can change at any time. This school did not report their application fee. Transfer student are not ignored. In particular, there were eight hundred and eighty-eight total number of transfer students who applied and seven hundred and thirty-two total number of transfer students who were admitted.
Likewise, if you wish to apply with priority status make sure you application is in by the 15th of April. For priority students, financial aid applications are due no later than the 15th of April. It is also very important to submit financial aid applications as quickly as possible, make sure to check with the university about the specific date for this year. the SAT subject section score due date was not reported. For all student applicants, the Fall application deadline is the 1st of May. Will you make it in time? Make sure to know when all the due dates and deadlines take place. SAT and ACT score reports are due the 15th of July and Transfer students must apply no later than the 1st of August, with priority applications due on the 15th of March. The regular application is due the 15th of July.
Elmhurst College Athletics
The Blue Jays are a member of NCAA. The following sports can be found here:
- Men’s NCAA Division III and Men’s Intercollegiate Baseball
- Men’s NCAA Division III, Women’s NCAA Division III, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Basketball
- Men’s NCAA Division III, Women’s NCAA Division III, Men’s Intercollegiate and Women’s Intercollegiate Cross_country
- Men’s NCAA Division III, Men’s Intercollegiate and Men’s Intramural Football
- Men’s NCAA Division III, Women’s NCAA Division III, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Golf
- Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Racquetball
- Men’s NCAA Division III, Women’s NCAA Division III, Women’s Intercollegiate and Men’s Club Soccer
- Women’s NCAA Division III, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Softball
- Men’s Intercollegiate and Women’s Intercollegiate Track_and_field
- Men’s NCAA Division III and Women’s NCAA Division III Track_indoor
- Men’s NCAA Division III and Women’s NCAA Division III Track_outdoor
- Women’s NCAA Division III, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Volleyball
- Men’s NCAA Division III and Men’s Intercollegiate Wrestling
Elmhurst College Financial Aid
Financial aid for students is readily accessible at this school. Financial aid forms are FAFSA. If you are not a need based student, non-need distribution for financial aid is determined by Academics, Art, Minority Status, Music/Drama and Religious Affiliation. Financial aid distribution is at sixty-four percent scholarships per grants and thirty-six percent loans per jobs. In the same way, need based financial aid distribution is determined through Academics and State/District Residency.
Elmhurst College Students
The university is a Private, Liberal Arts College, Four-year, United Church Of Christ, Coed, where 75 percent of the applicants were admitted, Regionally accredited and College Board member. Besides, it is part of an Suburban setting, Large town (10,000 – 49,999) and Commuter campus. Elmhurst College offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. In addition, the student body consists of eighty-eight percent in-state students, twelve percent out-of-state students, sixty-one percent women, thirty-nine percent men, less than one percent american indian per alaskan native, three percent asian per pacific islander, six percent black per non-hispanic, six percent hispanic, seventy-eight percent white per non-hispanic, less than one percent non-resident alien and seven percent race per ethnicity unreported. The school’s size is approximately two thousand, six hundred and one degree-seeking undergrads, four hundred and sixty-six first-time degree-seeking freshmen and two hundred and twenty-nine graduate enrollment.
Students should note the housing policies: sixty-seven percent of first-year students live in college housing, forty percent of all undergraduates live in college housing, Coed Housing, Apartments For Single Students, one-MAY deadline for housing deposit, one hundred and fifty dollars amount of housing deposit, and First-time first-year students allowed to have car. This school features the Suburban setting, Large town (10,000 – 49,999) and Commuter campus. Moreover, the university has many unique facilites such as 2 nuclear accelerators, 4 electron microscopes, collection of Impressionist art, computer science and technology center, media center, sound studio, greenhouse. Of course, the school is located 15 miles from downtown Chicago.













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Currently, I am a freshmen at Elmhurst College with a double major in mathematics and secondary education, along with minor in music business. I think Elmhurst College is great. There are many different organizations offered that suit my interests. The college has a great reputation for the major I am taking. Financial aid, which is readily available for almost every student, was provided by the school and allowed me to attend here. Had it not been for the financial aid, I would not have chosen to enroll in Elmhurst College. The campus is small and scenic, and all the people are warm and friendly. The courses are challenging but never overwhelming.