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Elmhurst University

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Overview

Founded in 1871, the Elmhurst University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Elmhurst (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Illinois. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Elmhurst University (EU) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. Elmhurst University (EU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 154-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. EU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Elmhurst University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Elmhurst University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Elmhurst University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Elmhurst University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym EU
Founded 1871
Motto In lumine tuo videbimus lumen
In Thy light shall we see light
Colours Blue and white
Mascot Victor E. Bluejay
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University Location

Address 190 Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst
60126-3296 Illinois
United States
Elmhurst University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Elmhurst University Phone Number (630) 279 4100
Elmhurst University Fax Number (630) 617 5501
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Elmhurst University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Elmhurst University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Elmhurst University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Elmhurst University.



Elmhurst University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)
International
students
35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Elmhurst University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Elmhurst University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Elmhurst University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Elmhurst University's Admission Office Admission Office

190 Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst 60126-3296
(630) 617 3400
800 697 1871

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Elmhurst University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Elmhurst University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Elmhurst University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Elmhurst University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Elmhurst University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Elmhurst University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term


Elmhurst University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Elmhurst University is Christian-Protestant Religious Affiliation

Christian-Protestant. United Church of Christ - www.ucc.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Elmhurst University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Elmhurst University's Library
Elmhurst University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 179,308 physical volumes, 3,325 physical media, 121,345 digital/electronic media and 102 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 13 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Elmhurst University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Elmhurst University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Elmhurst University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 964 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Elmhurst University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Elmhurst University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Elmhurst University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Elmhurst University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Elmhurst University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Elmhurst University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Elmhurst University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Elmhurst University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Elmhurst University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1924


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Elmhurst University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Elmhurst University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Elmhurst University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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