Elmhurst University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Elmhurst, Illinois with 3,006 undergraduates. It admits 74% of applicants, costs an average of $23,165 a year after grants and graduates 64% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Elmhurst University acceptance rate and admissions
Elmhurst University admitted 74% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 510 to 640, math 480 to 620). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Elmhurst University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Elmhurst University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Elmhurst University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $45,858 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,576 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $57,818 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,165 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,165 a year after grants and scholarships, $34,653 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Elmhurst University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Elmhurst University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $67,398 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,750 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 28% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Elmhurst University majors and what graduates earn
Elmhurst University awarded bachelor's degrees in 50 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($79,654).
All 50 majors at Elmhurst University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Elmhurst University
11 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 11 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 104 | $87,472 | $60,000 |
| Business administration | Master's | 61 | $86,319 | $35,448 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Master's | 55 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 36 | $101,153 | $33,437 |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 28 | $59,855 | $41,000 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 25 | $67,885 | $35,660 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 24 | $70,707 | $41,000 |
| Public health | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Geography | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,006 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 62% women, 38% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Elmhurst University?
Elmhurst University admitted 74% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Elmhurst University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $45,858. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,165 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Elmhurst University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 510 to 640 in reading and writing and 480 to 620 in math, and 23 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Elmhurst University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Elmhurst University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Elmhurst University?
64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Elmhurst University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $67,398 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.