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Loyola University Chicago, or LU, is a private co-educational Jesuit university, founded in Chicago in 1870. It was named after the Jesuit patron, Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Loyola is one of the member institutions of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. It enrolls more than 15,000 students every year.
Loyola University Chicago offers a variety of degrees and programs through the following schools and colleges:
Loyola University Chicago’s sports teams are nicknamed the Loyola Ramblers and the LU Wolf is the mascot for the University.
Loyola University students most commonly major in a field related to science and family and social work.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 540 to 648. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 530 or more.
The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at Loyola University are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007-2008, the school had 15,545 enrolled students.
Meal plans are available. Student athletes at the school belong to the Horizon League for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Loyola University Chicago
820 N. Michigan
Chicago, IL 60611-9810
General Phone: (312) 915-6000
http://www.luc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 845 | business management, accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, managerial economics, MIS, organizational behavior, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 544 | political science, English, sociology, history, international relations, Spanish language, anthropology, Classical languages, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 373 | psychology, educational psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, medical ethids, clinical psychology, social psychology, psychology courses, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 334 | registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing science, various nursing, adult health nursing, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, critical care nursing |
| Science | 325 | biology, biomedical sciences, chemistry, molecular biology, physics, physiology, immunology, cell biology and anatomy, ... |
| Family and Social Work | 321 | social work, human services, child development, family studies |
| Education and Teaching | 312 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, educational administration, higher education administration, special ed, curriculum and instruction, school counseling, social foundations of education, ... |
| Law | 267 | law, health tax, banking and finance, tax law, legal research |
| Religion and Philosophy | 151 | philosophy, pastoral counseling, theology, ministry, religious education, religion |
| Medicine | 143 | medicine, neuroscience, medical scientist |
| Media | 134 | communication studies, journalism, media studies, public relations and advertising |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 90 | criminal justice and safety, forensic science |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 43 | computer science, computer and info science, computer security, computer and media applications, information technology, computer services management |
| Fine Arts | 33 | fine arts |
| Mathematics | 31 | mathematics, statistics, mathematics and computer science |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 26 | drama, theatre arts management |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 16 | environmental science |
| Medical Administration | 9 | health care administration, health and medical administrative |
| Music | 4 | music |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 3 | dietitian, clinical nutritionist |
| Medical Support and Technology | 1 | dental hygienist |
Number of programs and degrees for Loyola University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,089 | 66 |
| Master's degree | 1,417 | 87 |
| First-professional degree | 375 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 124 | 38 |
In 2007-2008, Loyola University had a total enrollment of 15,545 students (12,976 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 33% |
| Women | 67% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 63% |
| Graduate | 29% |
| First Professional | 8% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 13% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 59% |
| Ohio | 7% |
| Michigan | 4% |
| Wisconsin | 4% |
| Minnesota | 4% |
| Missouri | 3% |
| Indiana | 3% |
| California | 2% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Loyola University offers campus housing for 4,100 of its 12,976 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Chicago, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 17,287 | 12,755 | 74% | 2,176 | 17% |
| Men | 5,540 | 4,035 | 73% | 716 | 18% |
| Women | 11,747 | 8,720 | 74% | 1,460 | 17% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 648 |
| SAT Math | 530 | 640 |
| SAT Writing | 540 | 630 |
| ACT Verbal | 24 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 23 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 24 | 29 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 35% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 29,486 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 29,486 |
| Room and board | $ 10,490 |
| Room charge | $ 6,950 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,540 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,600 |
Financial Aid:
Loyola University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 171000)
Loyola University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 281 | 148 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 46 | 64 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 66 | 117 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 23 | $144,618 | 8 | $120,854 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 8 | $102,205 | 7 | $97,772 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $74,625 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 36 | $126,037 | 17 | $107,007 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 99 | $121,783 | 40 | $111,795 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 87 | $88,018 | 67 | $81,754 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 40 | $69,438 | 68 | $72,320 |
| Instructor | academic year | 52 | $60,973 | 91 | $60,107 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 278 | $92,310 | 266 | $76,454 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Horizon League |
| Track | Horizon League |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 71 | 82 | 153 |
| Track | 18 | 18 | 36 |
| Basketball | 13 | 12 | 25 |
| All Other Sports | 40 | 52 | 92 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Labor and Industrial Relations
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing, Other
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Systems Security
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education Administration
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational Statistics and Research Methods
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Elementary Education and Teaching
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
International and Comparative Education
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Multicultural Education
Psychology Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Human Services, General
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LAW
Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Health Law (LLM, MJ, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
Tax Law/Taxation (LLM, JSD/SJD)
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other
French Language and Literature
General Studies
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
International/Global Studies
Italian Language and Literature
Latin Language and Literature
Political Science and Government, General
Public/Applied History and Archival Administration
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication and Media Studies, Other
Journalism
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
MEDICINE
Medical Scientist (MS, PhD)
Medicine (MD)
Neuroscience
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Critical Care Nursing
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biomedical Sciences, General
Cell Biology and Anatomy
Chemistry, General
Immunology
Microbiological Sciences and Immunology, Other
Microbiology, General
Molecular Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Pharmacology
Physics, General
Physiology, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Bioethics/Medical Ethics
Clinical Psychology
Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics
Counseling Psychology
Developmental and Child Psychology
Educational Psychology
Experimental Psychology
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
School Psychology
Social Psychology
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What Sets Loyola University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 3% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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