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Loyola Marymount University

Loyola Marymount University Science & Tech Programs

Loyola Marymount University is a private not-for-profit institution located in Los Angeles, CA. A Major City Center provides tranquility and safety close to urban amenities.

Loyola Marymount University Rankings

Loyola Marymount University appears in the following rankings for science & tech programs at the bachelors level:

Ranking Rank Among
Overall Quality #11 of 469 State — California
Overall Quality #12 of 667 Region — Far Western
Overall Quality #48 of 4,630 Nationwide

Where Is Loyola Marymount University?

Location of Loyola Marymount University

Get in touch with Loyola Marymount University are given below.

Contact Details
Address: One Lmu Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659
Phone: 3103382700
Website: www.lmu.edu/
Admissions: admission.lmu.edu/
Financial Aid: financialaid.lmu.edu/

How Do I Get Into Loyola Marymount University?

You can apply to Loyola Marymount University online at: https://admission.lmu.edu/apply/

Loyola Marymount University is classified as Selective (30-50%) for admissions.

Admission Requirements for Loyola Marymount University

Here’s what Loyola Marymount University looks for in applicants:

Requirement Status
Secondary School Record Required
Secondary School GPA Required
Recommendations Required
Admission Test Scores (SAT/ACT) Considered but not required

How Hard Is It To Get Into Loyola Marymount University?

Loyola Marymount University admits 45%, making it moderately selective. Take time to make sure you submit all the requested materials and prepare the application in full.

Of those admitted, 15% choose to enroll — a modest enrollment yield, suggesting many admitted students choose other institutions.

Average Test Scores

18% of admitted students submitted SAT scores and 8% submitted ACT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile of admitted students at Loyola Marymount University, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 640 and 720. Math scores were between 620 and 710.

SAT Reading and Writing Scores for Loyola Marymount University  ( 640 to 720 )
200
800
SAT Math Scores for Loyola Marymount University  ( 620 to 710 )
200
800
Combined SAT scores ranged from 1260 to 1430.
SAT Total Scores for Loyola Marymount University  ( 1260 to 1430 )
400
1600
ACT Composite scores for admitted students at Loyola Marymount University ranged between 28 and 32.

ACT Composite Scores for Loyola Marymount University  ( 28 to 32 )
1
36

Selectivity by Gender

Admit rates at Loyola Marymount University vary modestly across gender.

Gender Applicants Admitted Acceptance Rate
Men 9,307 4,505 48%
Women 13,782 5,904 43%

Can I Afford Loyola Marymount University?

The average net price after aid at Loyola Marymount University is $45,723. Cost varies significantly based on your financial situation since net price varies by income group.

Tuition & Fees

Category Cost
In-State Tuition $60,970
In-State Fees $897
Out-of-State Tuition $60,970
Out-of-State Fees $897
Total In-State Tuition & Fees $61,867
Total Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $61,867

Financial Aid

Counting all forms of financial assistance, 21% of students at Loyola Marymount University receive some form of financial aid (1,533 students).

Nearly 88% of students at Loyola Marymount University receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $24,107 per student.

13% of students receive federal Pell Grants, averaging $5,797.

Student Loan Debt

29% of Loyola Marymount University undergraduates take out federal student loans, averaging $6,317 per year.

Loyola Marymount University Undergraduate Student Diversity

There are 3,479 students enrolled at Loyola Marymount University. Loyola Marymount University is classified as a 10,000 - 19,999 institution by enrollment size. Its Carnegie Classification is Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity.

Gender Diversity

Of the 7,171 undergraduate students at Loyola Marymount University, approximately 48% are male and 52% are female.

Undergraduate Gender Diversity at Loyola Marymount University

Racial-Ethnic Diversity

The racial-ethnic breakdown of Loyola Marymount University undergraduate students is as follows.

Racial-Ethnic Diversity of Loyola Marymount University Undergraduate Students
Race/Ethnicity Number of Students
Asian 752
Black or African American 559
Hispanic 1,799
White 2,739
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 7
Two or More Races 631
Non-Resident 659

Geographic Diversity

The top 5 home states of first-time undergraduate students at Loyola Marymount University are listed below.

Top 5 Home States of Loyola Marymount University Students
State First-Time UG Students
California 970
Washington 47
Hawaii 39
Oregon 38
Texas 34

Additionally, approximately 9.2% of undergraduate students are non-resident from outside the United States.

Loyola Marymount University Graduate Student Diversity

2,920 of Loyola Marymount University’s students are in graduate programs. The highest graduate-level award offered is Doctor’s degree.

Gender Diversity (Graduate)

Among graduate students at Loyola Marymount University, approximately 38% are male and 62% are female.

Graduate Gender Diversity at Loyola Marymount University

Racial-Ethnic Diversity (Graduate)

The racial-ethnic breakdown of Loyola Marymount University graduate students is as follows.

Graduate Racial-Ethnic Diversity at Loyola Marymount University
Race/Ethnicity Number of Students
Asian 318
Black or African American 242
Hispanic 975
White 960
American Indian/Alaska Native 2
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 5
Two or More Races 140
Non-Resident 239

Online Learning at Loyola Marymount University

Loyola Marymount University offers distance learning options for students who need flexibility.

536 undergraduate students at Loyola Marymount University took at least one online class — of those, 4 took all of their classes online.

At the graduate level, 858 students took at least one online class and 564 took all classes online. Distance education is available at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Academic Programs at Loyola Marymount University

Loyola Marymount University offers 24 distinct academic programs.

The highest level of award offered is Doctor’s degree.

Institutional Profile

Loyola Marymount University maintains an open admission policy: No. Credit transfer:

  • AP credits: Implied no
  • Dual enrollment credits: Yes
  • Life experience credits: Implied no

References

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