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Loyola University Maryland

Baltimore, MD

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Loyola University Maryland, nestled in the heart of Baltimore, offers a transformative education grounded in Jesuit traditions. The university fosters a close-knit community where intellectual growth and personal development are paramount.
5,076
Students
70%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
4,013
Classification
University
Type
Private, Religious
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Website
loyola.edu
At Loyola, students are encouraged to engage deeply with both their studies and the wider world, cultivating a holistic perspective that emphasizes service and leadership. The campus environment blends rigorous academics with a supportive network of faculty and peers, creating an atmosphere where students are equipped to thrive intellectually, spiritually, and socially. Loyola’s commitment to cura personalis, or 'care for the whole person,' ensures that each student's journey is nurtured and valued. This approach has established the university as a distinguished institution where students are prepared to make meaningful contributions to society.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Loyola University Maryland?

70% acceptance rate
Somewhat Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1304
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.69
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 15
Early Decision
Yes

The most important factors Loyola University Maryland considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Character/Personal Qualities
  • •Rigor of Secondary School Record

Financials

See what it costs to attend Loyola University Maryland.

$ 83,550
Overall list price
$ 32,846
Average net price
$ 51,636
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Loyola University Maryland?

Urban
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
41°
Average summer temp
78°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Loyola University Maryland.

10:1
Student to faculty ratio
70%
4-year grad rate
75%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Loyola Maryland are:

  • Psychology, General
  • Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • Speech Communication and Rhetoric

Demographics

Who attends Loyola University Maryland?

48
States represented
35
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
5,076
Women
58%
Men
42%

Housing

What's it like living at Loyola University Maryland?

$19,940
Room & Board
0.7
Housing units / student
77
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Loyola University Maryland?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.69.

How much does Loyola University Maryland cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $83,550 to attend Loyola Maryland.

How many people attend Loyola University Maryland?

5,076 people attend Loyola Maryland. 4,013 are undergraduate students and 1,063 are graduate students.

Where is Loyola University Maryland located?

Loyola University Maryland is located in Baltimore, Maryland. It is in an Urban environment.

Can I get into Loyola University Maryland with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 75% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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