Loyola University Maryland

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.

5,107

Students

76%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

3,987

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?

76% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1267

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.69

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

January 15

Early Decision / Early Action?

Yes

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

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

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Loyola University Maryland.

$ 74,230

Overall list price

$ 31,857

Average net price

$ 44,874

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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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°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Loyola University Maryland.

12:1

Student to faculty ratio

76%

4-year grad rate

80%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Loyola Maryland are:

Business Administration and Management, General
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Psychology, General

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Demographics

Who attends Loyola University Maryland?

35

States represented

35

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

5,107

Women

57%

Men

43%

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Housing

What's it like living at Loyola University Maryland?

$16,880

Room & Board

0.6

Housing units / student

77

%

Students on campus

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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 $74,230 to attend Loyola Maryland.

How many people attend Loyola University Maryland?

5,107 people attend Loyola Maryland. 3,987 are undergraduate students and 1,120 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, 77% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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