At a glance
Average net price
$24,185
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
70.0%
Admission rate
74%
Undergrad size
3,006
In-state tuition
$42,955
Out-of-state tuition
$42,955
Cost of attendance
$54,679
Median earnings (10y)
$61,462
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,151
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 79.9%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
21 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (24%), health (22%), business (20%).
- STEM11%
- Health22%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts14%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services8%
- Health professions22.2%~666 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business20.3%~610 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology11.1%~333 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education10.2%~305 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~197 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~152 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~133 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science4.1%~124 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English3.6%~108 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences3.2%~96 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~92 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History2.0%~60 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~20 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.4%~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication0.3%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 181 | $28,987 | $23,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 170 | $64,229 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 159 | $49,672 | $19,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 152 | $69,792 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 90 | $72,839 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 88 | $40,153 | $24,064 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 81 | $33,732 | $24,287 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 81 | $50,535 | $18,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 75 | $36,619 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 71 | $27,486 | $23,375 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 68 | $84,640 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 64 | — | $20,500 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 52 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 50 | $56,194 | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 50 | $43,014 | $19,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 49 | $32,970 | $27,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 47 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 42 | $53,244 | $18,125 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | $19,500 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 35 | $30,891 | $23,250 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | $20,000 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Master's | 30 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 26 | $34,950 | $24,505 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | $14,750 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | $28,125 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 18 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 18 | $48,279 | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | $26,125 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 16 | $43,776 | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Urban Studies/Affairs. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Elmhurst University
Elmhurst University is a mid-sized institution located in Elmhurst, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,006 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Elmhurst University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,185 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $42,955 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $54,679 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 70.0%, a above-average completion outcome. 79.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $61,462 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Elmhurst University confers degrees and certificates across 21 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (24% of credentials), health (22% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,151. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Elmhurst, Illinois (suburb), Elmhurst University draws students from across Illinois and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Elmhurst University
Q.How much does Elmhurst University cost?
The average net price at Elmhurst University is $24,185 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $54,679.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Elmhurst University?
Elmhurst University has a 6-year graduation rate of 70.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Elmhurst University?
Elmhurst University admits 74% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Elmhurst University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Elmhurst University graduate earns $61,462 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Elmhurst University?
Published tuition is $42,955 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Elmhurst University located?
Elmhurst University is located in Elmhurst, Illinois (ZIP 60126).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Elmhurst University at their official website.