Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Private not-for-profit·Four or more years·Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice·GPA 3.74
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Loyola University Chicago (Loyola or LUC) is a private Jesuit research university in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus, Loyola is the fourth largest Catholic university in terms of enrollment in the United States. Its namesake is Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University…
- Rankings
#132 (US News)▼
National Universities
Ranked #132 in National Universities (2026). Source: US News ↗
National rank
Ranked #167 in the US by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR US ↗
National rank
Ranked #242 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
Value rank
Ranked #606 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck. Source: WM Best Value ↗
World rank
Ranked #755 globally by CWUR (2026). Source: CWUR World ↗
- Tuition — In-State
1032 W. Sheridan Rd, Chicago, Illinois, 60660
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