Loyola University of Chicago: Rankings, Fees, Courses & Admissions

Loyola was placed 501-600 in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai Ranking) for 2020.

Ranked By	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
QS - World University Ranking	NA	801-1000	751-800	801-1000	801-1000	801-1000
US News & World Report - Global Universities	NA	739	739	817	861	860
US News & World Report - National University Ranking	NA	89	104	112	103	115

This section will outline the general Loyola University of Chicago admission requirements for overseas students. Undergraduate and postgraduate degrees require separate applications. Each has its own admission portal.

Submit your application: After finishing the application, you can add a CV or finish the co-curricular activities area. The following methods are available for completing the Loyola application:

• Submit approved high school transcripts and an English-translated secondary school report.
• Send one letter of recommendation: It should speak to your academic talents and your prospects for success at Loyola University Chicago.
• Send an essay: This 500-word personal essay informs the admissions committee about you and your motivation for attending Loyola University Chicago.
• Provide your English language competency exam results.

Loyola University Chicago accepts international student applications for the autumn, spring, and summer semesters. It includes students from over 70 different nations.

Session	Deadline
Fall Deadline	August 29, 2023
Fall Semester Begins	August 30, 2023
Spring Deadline	January 17, 2023
Spring Semester Begins	January 19, 2023
Summer Deadline	May 24, 2023

Documents Required for Loyola University of Chicago

The following has to be presented to be admitted to the Loyola University of Chicago program:

• High School transcripts
• Official SAT/ACT test score
• English Language Proficiency Test Score
• Financial support proof
• Letter of recommendation (maximum three)
• Personal statement
• Work experience (For MBA and Medical students)

Optional items:

• An essay on your choice of topic, or the Common Application alternatives
• Resume.

Exam Requirements for Loyola University of Chicago

Loyola University offers a test-optional admissions policy. Students may still submit SAT and/or ACT results as part of their admissions application. Students who do not submit their results may still be eligible for merit scholarships. Loyola super scores results, which means that the admissions office looks at the highest score from each portion of the examinations. 

English Proficiency Test Scores 

International candidates may be required to provide English proficiency testing results. TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson Test of English, and Duolingo English Test scores are acceptable. Submit only official testing agency findings.

Loyola also has an International Conditional Admission Program (ICAP) for undergraduate candidates who have shown academic potential but require more English language training. The following table shows the needed scores:

Test	Score (at least)
TOEFL	79
IELTS	6.5
PTE	53
Duolingo English Test for Proficiency	120

Students interested in pursuing graduate studies should apply online through the Grad Online Application Portal. The following are the general course requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree
• Credits
• English Language Proficiency Test Score

Course	General Academic Requirements
MS Bioinformatics	Minimum of 3.0 GPA; Thesis committee approval (thesis); Internship (non-thesis); GRE score;
Post Baccalaureate in Classical Studies	Minimum GPA of 3.0; List of courses pursued in Classical Studies; Letter of recommendation
MA Community Counseling	Minimum GPA of 3.0; Two letters of recommendation; Personal statement; GRE score (optional)

The institute has four campuses: Lake Shore, Water Tower, Health Sciences, and the John Felice Rome Centre in Italy. Lake Shore Campus, located in the middle of Chicago, is the institution's hub, which has over 4000 students worldwide.

Upperclassmen have additional flexibility in selecting their living arrangements, including

• Suites 
• Apartments
• Greek houses,
• Themed Housing,
• Specialized Housing

Cost

Room Types	Cost
Traditional double room in a first-year residence hall	$9,690 per year
Suite-style room in an upper-class residence hall	$10,590 per year
Apartment-style room in an upper-class residence hall	$11,490 per year

 

The following is an expected budget for overseas students wishing to study in the United States by enrolling at a university:

Tuition Fee

The Loyola University of Chicago fees for various courses vary based on their kind and level.

Undergraduate Courses:

Type of Program	Tuition Fee in USD
Arts & Sciences	22,750
Business	22,750
Communication	22,750
Nursing	23,255
Social Work	22,750

Graduate Programs:

Type of Program	Tuition Fee in USD
Arts & Sciences	1,033 (Per Credit Hour)
Business	92,064
Communication	1,033 (Per Credit Hour)
Education	949 (Per Credit Hour)
Law School: Graduate Program	24,845
Nursing	1,130 (Per Credit Hour)
Social Work	1,003 (Per Credit Hour)

Cost of living

The following are additional costs that students should be aware of in addition to the regular tuition amount:

Type of Expenditure	Fees (In USD, per year)
Room and Board	7,490 to 10,649
Books and Supplies	1,500
Meals	4,500
Transportation	1,800
Personal expenses	1,500

To be eligible for the Loyola University of Chicago scholarships, applicants must submit their ACT and SAT scores. The institution offers the following scholarships to overseas students studying in the United States:

Scholarship	Description	Award
Freshman Merit Scholarship	Awarded to incoming freshmen based on academic performance upon acceptance. Merit scholarships are solely available for tuition.	$10,000–$25,000
David Prasse Community Scholarship	Senn High School first-year students who were accepted received five rewards in various amounts through a selected procedure. Students without legal status are also welcome to apply.	Varies
School of Education Half Tuition Scholarship	A total of two half-tuition scholarships are available to freshmen enrolling in the School of Education. This scholarship is open to applicants.	Half tuition
Rachel Carson Scholarship	Four scholarships are offered to students enrolled to the Institute of Environmental Sustainability (IES), which provides students with the opportunity to learn about the environment via summer coursework at Loyola's Retreat and Ecology Campus (LUREC).	$2,500