Loyola Marymount University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Loyola Marymount University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Loyola Marymount University is a medium-sized private university located on an urban campus in Los Angeles, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 7,336, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 40%. The university offers 55 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 80%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $57,602.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile29-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1280-1430
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
11k
Students enrolled
21%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
28%
Unknown
0%
Black
5%
Hispanic
17%
Two or more races
6%
Non-U.S. Citizen
7%
Asian
7%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
10% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
12
Total Online Enrollment
2,121
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.21% online, 79% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
90% On-campus
10% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate26% online
Master's13% online
Doctorate33% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $57,602 | $57,602 |
| Graduate | $21,588 | $21,588 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $938 |
| On-campus room and board | $20,713 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,871 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $21,863 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,428 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,609 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $82,124 | $82,124 |
| Off-campus without family | $84,831 | $84,831 |
| Off-campus with family | $62,149 | $62,149 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
12%
State Grant Aid
11%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
10%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$53k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Water Polo
- Beach Volleyball
- Softball
- Swimming
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 12 | History. | |||
| 13 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 14 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 15 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 16 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 17 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 18 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 19 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Psychology. | |||
| 21 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 23 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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