Admissions Overview
The admission process at Loyola University Chicago has a 81% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Loyola University Chicago has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
81%
Less Selective
Application Volume
40,468
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
9%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Loyola University Chicago has a 81% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Loyola University Chicago evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School Transcript
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Loyola University Chicago. About 25% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,160 to 1,340. Additionally, about 12% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 31.
SAT Scores
25% of students submitted400
1600
1160 – 1340
200
800
590 – 680
200
800
570 – 660
ACT Scores
12% of students submitted1
36
27 – 31
1
36
26 – 34
1
36
24 – 34
Admission Statistics
40,468 students applied to LUC. Of those, 81% were accepted (32,937 students). Of these 32,937 accepted students, 2,951 chose to enroll.
40,468
Total Applicants
32,937
Students Admitted
2,951
Students Enrolled
81%
Acceptance Rate