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National Louis University

Chicago, IL · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

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Admission rate
95%
Open
Average net price
$10,364
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
32%
Median earnings
$52,883
10 years after enrolling

Summary

National Louis University is a private nonprofit college in Chicago, IL with 4,406 undergraduates. It admits 95% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $10,364 per year ($10,179 for families earning under $30,000). 32% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,883 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
95%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,145
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,860
Fall 2023
Yield
20%
of admitted students enrolled

What National Louis University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$21,785
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$13,020

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$10,179
  • $30–48k$9,047
  • $48–75k$9,462
  • $75–110k$13,108
  • $110k+$20,053

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
32%
Freshman retention
50%
Median earnings
$52,883
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$15,708
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
4,406
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
59%
  • White14%
  • Hispanic50%
  • Black22%
  • Asian2%

National Louis University FAQ

What is National Louis University's acceptance rate?+

National Louis University admits 95% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is National Louis University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to National Louis University?+

In Fall 2023, 4,145 students applied to National Louis University and 3,860 were admitted; 785 enrolled.

Does National Louis University consider legacy status?+

No. National Louis University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does National Louis University require an essay?+

National Louis University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does National Louis University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $21,785 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $10,364.

What is National Louis University's graduation rate?+

32% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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