Loyola University Chicago: what international applicants need

What are Loyola University Chicago's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Loyola University Chicago has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on December 1, 2026.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Loyola University Chicago's acceptance rate?

81.6% for students who started in fall 2024: Loyola University Chicago admitted 32,081 of its 39,315 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Loyola University Chicago require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Loyola University Chicago is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Regular Decision deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Loyola University Chicago?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 570–670 in Math and 600–690 in Reading and Writing (23% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 27–32.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Loyola University Chicago's application fee for international students?

Loyola University Chicago charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Loyola University Chicago accept?

Loyola University Chicago doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Loyola University Chicago require?

Loyola University Chicago requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Loyola University Chicago require the Common App personal essay?

No. Loyola University Chicago doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Loyola University Chicago have?

261 of Loyola University Chicago's 12,538 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 2.1%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Loyola University Chicago cost for international students?

Loyola University Chicago's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $53,710, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,010. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $74,020 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Loyola University Chicago give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Loyola University Chicago gave institutional scholarships or grants to 208 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25 Source