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Elmhurst University

Private nonprofit Elmhurst, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
68%
Graduation Rate
$61,462
Earnings (10yr)
$24,185
Net Price
74%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

About 37% of students at Elmhurst University receive Pell Grants, indicating a commitment to supporting low-income students. The acceptance rate stands at 74%, making it accessible for a wide range of applicants. With an enrollment of 3,006, the university fosters a close-knit community where students can thrive academically and socially.

Elmhurst's graduates earn a median salary of $61,462 within ten years of completing their degrees. While specific mobility data is not available, this earning potential suggests that students can achieve a favorable return on their investment. The graduation rate of 68% indicates that most students successfully complete their programs, which is a positive sign for future earnings and career advancement.

The net price of attending Elmhurst is $24,185, with a median debt of $20,489 upon graduation. This financial profile is manageable for many students, especially considering the potential earnings after graduation. Students who excel here typically come from diverse backgrounds and have a strong interest in fields such as Health Professions, Business, Psychology, Education, and the Visual and Performing Arts.

Rankings

How Elmhurst Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation68%Earnings 10yr$61KNet Price$24KRetention80%Median Debt$20KPell Grant Rate37%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$18K$0-30K$18K$30-48K$23K$48-75K$30K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%471.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3496.9%MOBILITY164.76%

Cost & Financial Aid

$42,955
In-State Tuition
$42,955
Out-of-State
$24,185
Avg Net Price
$20,489
Median Debt
37%
Pell Grant Rate
77%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$17,892
Family Income $0–$30K
$18,377
Family Income $30K–$48K
$23,098
Family Income $48K–$75K
$30,232
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$52,803
6 Years After Entry
$59,730
8 Years
$61,462
10 Years
0.33x
Debt-to-Earnings
75%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$52,803 6yr $59,730 8yr $61,462 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

164.76%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3496.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
471.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$100,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.72
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
10.2%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 74%
Retention Rate 80%
SAT Average 1151
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 990–1260
ACT Range 23–30
Full-Time Faculty 40%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,989
Diversity Index 0.68
First-Gen Students 35%

Top Programs

Health Professions 22%
Business & Marketing 20%
Psychology 11%
Education 10%
Visual & Performing Arts 7%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Computer Science & IT 4%
English & Literature 4%