About Elmhurst University
Located 25 minutes away from Chicago, Elmhurst University provides a close-knit community in a safe and beautiful arboretum campus with access to countless opportunities of a world-class city. With over 70 majors and an emphasis on professional development, Elmhurst is recognized for being one of the best value schools in the Midwest according to U.S. News & World Report. Most importantly, its student-centered faculty and staff provide resources and support to empower you throughout your academic journey and beyond.
Scholarship & Financial Aid Scholarships
At Elmhurst, every admitted student receives scholarships based on their academic merits. All scholarships are renewable and stackable. In addition, Elmhurst hosts scholarship competitions for various student populations, including first-generation, service-committed, and transfer students. Winners can receive a full-tuition scholarship and all participants are offered renewable annual financial aid to attend.
Student Life & Student Success
We believe that finding the right balance between academics and a vibrant social life is a priority. At Elmhurst, you will find over 100 organizations with many engaging activities for everyone. To promote your professional development, we offer opportunities at our Weigand Center for Professional Excellence from resume building and finding internships. Strong support systems throughout the university and, the Office of Equity and Inclusion will make sure you feel like you belong. At Elmhurst University, you can feel confident you will acquire the skills, leadership, and experiences to succeed in all aspects of your life.
Special Admissions Policy Test Optional
If you believe your high school transcript and writing abilities are more representative of your potential, we encourage you to apply under this option. However, you may choose to have test scores considered. If you have previously sent scores to Elmhurst and are applying test-optional, they will not be considered.
Mental Health and Wellness Services
Counseling Services provides a variety of services to help students understand their problems and themselves, achieve more satisfying relationships, improve their academic performance and make more effective life and career choices. These services include counseling for individuals, couples and groups, workshops on campus that cover topics such as managing stress, self-care, and mindfulness, and a serenity room where students can relax and find relief from the stresses of being a student.
In addition, we partnered with Uwill to offer undergraduate students’ free immediate access to teletherapy through its easy-to-use online platform. Uwill is a private, secure, and confidential mental health crisis solution. In addition to Uwill, our students have access to TAO which is an online mental health platform that provides a variety of resources for understanding and managing mental health and wellness.
