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Chamberlain University-Illinois vs Loyola University Chicago

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Chamberlain University-Illinois Loyola University Chicago
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 83% 82%
SAT range (mid 50%) n/a 1,170-1,360
ACT range (mid 50%) n/a 27-32
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $31,837 $36,079
Sticker cost of attendance $40,826 $67,408
Graduation rate 42% 73%
Retention rate 73% 82%
Undergraduates 14,027 11,737
Student-faculty ratio 23:1 13:1
Setting Addison, IL Chicago, IL
Type Private for-profit Private nonprofit
Application fee n/a None
Test policy n/a Test-optional

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Chamberlain University-Illinois or Loyola University Chicago harder to get into?

Loyola University Chicago is more selective, with a 82% acceptance rate versus 83% at Chamberlain University-Illinois. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Chamberlain University-Illinois or Loyola University Chicago?

Chamberlain University-Illinois has the lower average net price ($31,837 versus $36,079). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.