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What are your chances at Elmhurst University?

Elmhurst, IL · Private · 3,006 students

74%admitted
73.6% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 74 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students990–1260
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What Elmhurst University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$24,185
per year, after grants · sticker $54,679
Median earnings
$61,462
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
70%
finish within six years
Median debt
$20,489
at graduation · about $217/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$17,892
$30,000 – $48,000$18,377
$48,000 – $75,000$23,098
$75,000 – $110,000$25,419
Over $110,000$30,232

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Elmhurst University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Elmhurst University

Elmhurst University accepts about 73.6% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 990 and 1260 on the SAT, or 23–30 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.