Loyola Marymount University
About Loyola Marymount University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Loyola Marymount University is a private Jesuit university in Los Angeles, California, on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It offers programs in film, business, engineering, and the liberal arts with a strong emphasis on social justice.
Founded
1911
Location
Los Angeles, California
Students
10,000
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
45.1%
Selective
Graduation Rate
78.9%
Near national average
Tuition
$62,357
Per year
Avg Net Price
$48,381
After financial aid
SAT Average
1359
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$78,349
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
45.1 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$75
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 15
Loyola Marymount University accepts 45.1% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1359 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1359/ 1600
ACT Scores
30/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
78.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
88.6%
4-Year Grad
72%
6-Year Grad
79%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
58.2%
$/Student
$19.3K
Class Size
Medium
72% graduate in 4 years, and 88.6% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$62,357
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$22,026
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$83,943
After Financial Aid
$48,381
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$32,268
Receive Grants
13.2%
Take Loans
29.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $83,943/yr, including $22,026 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $48,381.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Loyola Marymount University fund their education.
While in School
13.2%
Get Grants
Free money
29.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$69,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$207/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 29.5% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Loyola Marymount University.
Gender
52.2%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,094
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,906
Graduates
22.4%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
1.6%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 22.4% are first-generation college students. 9.4% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,094
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
What Students Say
Pros
- +Bluff campus overlooking the Pacific and Marina del Rey
- +Los Angeles location with entertainment industry access
- +Small class sizes with personal attention
- +Perfect Southern California weather year-round
Cons
- -LA requires a car for most off-campus activities
- -Tuition is expensive with limited endowment
- -Campus can feel quiet on weekends
- -Less name recognition outside California
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Loyola Marymount University fields 10 varsity teams with 296 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
West Coast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
296
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
139
Men
157
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Loyola Marymount Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$78,349
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$31K
156 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$48K
151 grads
1yr Earnings
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
$22K
121 grads
1yr Earnings
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
$25K
117 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$71K
111 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$41K
109 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $63K at six years, $63K at eight, and $78K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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