Loyola University Maryland
Loyola University Maryland is a private non-profit college or university in Baltimore, MD, with about 54 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 79.19% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $57,150
- 2024 Average Net Price: $30,574 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 75.49% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,869 99.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 79.19%
- Average SAT Score: 1290
Loyola University Maryland: what the data shows
Common questions about Loyola University Maryland, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Loyola University Maryland?
Loyola University Maryland is located in Baltimore, MD (ZIP 21210-2699).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Loyola University Maryland public or private?
Loyola University Maryland is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Loyola University Maryland cost?
Published tuition: $57,150.
Average net price after aid: $30,574.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $20,549 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $23,462 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $27,419 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,939 |
| $110,001+ | $35,338 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $228,600.
How hard is it to get into Loyola University Maryland?
Admission rate: 75.49%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1290.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Loyola University Maryland?
Total enrollment: 3,869 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Loyola University Maryland?
150%-time completion rate: 79.19%.
First-year retention: 87.1%.
What do graduates of Loyola University Maryland earn?
Median earnings: $64,453 six years after entry; $82,652 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
20.37% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Loyola University Maryland known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,443 completions)
- CIP 520201 (174 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (83 completions)
- General Psychology (78 completions)
- CIP 520301 (74 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (72 completions)
- Finance, General (71 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (66 completions)
- Computer Science - 11.0401 (64 completions)
- CIP 510204 (49 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Loyola University Maryland a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 75.49%; completion rate 79.19%; median earnings $82,652 at 10 years; net price $30,574. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$57,150
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Loyola University Maryland was $57,150.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$30,574
2024 Value
In 2024 Loyola University Maryland had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $30,574.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$122,296 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$30,574 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$228,600 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Loyola University Maryland.
Financial Aid by Income Level
20.37% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.47% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Loyola University Maryland was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Loyola University Maryland in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $43,250 | $43,250 | $36,046 |
| 2014 | $44,090 | $44,090 | $32,584 |
| 2015 | $45,200 | $45,200 | $36,159 |
| 2016 | $46,430 | $46,430 | $32,920 |
| 2017 | $47,560 | $47,560 | $35,867 |
| 2018 | $48,920 | $48,920 | $39,168 |
| 2019 | $50,100 | $50,100 | $36,594 |
| 2020 | $51,100 | $51,100 | $35,387 |
| 2021 | $53,530 | $53,530 | $30,217 |
| 2022 | $53,430 | $53,430 | $31,503 |
| 2023 | $55,480 | $55,480 | $29,633 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
75.49% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1290
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
99.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Loyola University Maryland in 2024 is 3,869 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
87.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
73.29% 100% Completion Time
79.19% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 73.29% of students graduating from Loyola University Maryland completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Loyola University Maryland.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$82,652 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
32.67% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
575.84% Return on Investment
3.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Loyola University Maryland.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 174 completions
Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 83 completions
General Psychology: 78 completions
CIP 52.0301: 74 completions
Communication and Media Studies: 72 completions
Finance, General: 71 completions
General Biological Sciences: 66 completions
Computer Science - 11.0401: 64 completions
CIP 51.0204: 49 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,443 completions
Most popular programs at Loyola University Maryland.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Loyola University Maryland graduates.
About
Loyola University Maryland is a private non-profit institution located in Baltimore, MD, offering 54 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 3,869 students. The admission rate is 75.49%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1290. The institution maintains a 79.19% graduation rate. Approximately 20.37% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Baltimore, MD 21210-2699
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Strong Career Outcomes: Loyola University Maryland graduates report median earnings of $82,652 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 54 distinct degree programs, Loyola University Maryland provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Loyola University Maryland cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $57,150 and average net price is $30,574 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Loyola University Maryland?
The admission rate is 75.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Loyola University Maryland?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Loyola University Maryland reports midpoint SAT about 1290.
What do graduates of Loyola University Maryland earn?
Median earnings are $64,453 six years after entry and $82,652 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Loyola University Maryland?
The 150%-time completion rate is 79.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Loyola University Maryland students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
How big is Loyola University Maryland?
Total enrollment is about 3,869 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Loyola University Maryland public or private?
Loyola University Maryland is a private nonprofit institution located in Baltimore, MD.
Is Loyola University Maryland an HBCU?
No. Loyola University Maryland is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Loyola University Maryland a tribal college?
No. Loyola University Maryland is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Loyola University Maryland a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Loyola University Maryland does not meet that proxy (reported share 15.0%).
Is Loyola University Maryland religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Loyola University Maryland: Roman Catholic.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.