Elmhurst University Admission
Acceptance Rate
76.01%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
14.16%
Freshmen Enrollment
617
SAT Scores
1,090
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 5,731 students have applied and 4,356 students have allowed to admit to Elmhurst University (Acceptance rate: 76.01%). Elmhurst's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 14.16 % where 617 students have finally enrolled out of 4,356 admitted students.
Elmhurst acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Illinois. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Chicago State University and Concordia University-Chicago, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 71.22%).
Elmhurst enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Illinois. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 15.06%).
How to Apply to Elmhurst University
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply Elmhurst. Elmhurst offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | www.elmhurst.edu/admission/ |
|---|---|
| Online Application | https://www.elmhurst.edu/admission/apply/undergraduate-application/ |
| Financial Aid | www.elmhurst.edu/admission/financial-aid/ |
| Net Price Calculator | www.elmhurst.edu/admission/financial-aid/tuition-fees/net-price-calculator/ |
| Veterans Tuition | www.elmhurst.edu/admission/military-veteran-students/financial-aid-military-benefits/ |
| Disability Service | https://www.elmhurst.edu/student-life/support-services/access-disability-services/ |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at Elmhurst and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at Elmhurst University is 1,090 and the average ACT score is 24. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Elmhurst University is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,014). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst University | 1,090 | 24 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,014 | 22 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges | 1,132 | 69 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Illinois | 1,124 | 70 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Elmhurst University, 197 students submitted SAT scores (32% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,090 and it is around average than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Illinois. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 500 | 550 | 630 |
| Mathematics | 480 | 540 | 610 |
| Total | 980 | 1,090 | 1,240 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At Elmhurst University, 41 students submitted ACT scores (7% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 24 and it is lower than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Illinois. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 20 | 24 | 27 |
| English | 21 | 24 | 28 |
| Mathematics | 17 | 23 | 26 |
Elmhurst Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Elmhurst University. The school requires 3 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Recommendations, Admission test scores, and Legacy status.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Not Considered |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Not Considered |
| Recommendations | Considered, if submitted |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Considered, if submitted |