What is the acceptance rate at Loyola Marymount University?

Loyola Marymount University has an acceptance rate of about 40%, based on the most recent federal data on FindU.

How big is Loyola Marymount University?

Loyola Marymount University enrolls about 7,171 students.

What is the graduation rate at Loyola Marymount University?

Loyola Marymount University has a graduation rate of about 81%.

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Loyola Marymount University

Los Angeles, California · Private (nonprofit)

Jan 15Application deadline

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Loyola Marymount University is located in Los Angeles, California. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 7,171 students.

lmu.edu

Hispanic-Serving

Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$58,974

Out-of-state tuition$58,974

Room & board$20,713

Avg aid package$21,575

Students receiving aid74%

Pell grant recipients13%

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Admissions

Application info

Acceptance rate40%

Average GPA3.85

Student–faculty ratio11:1

Test optionalYes

Common AppYes

Application fee$60

Application dates

Early DecisionNov 1

Early ActionNov 1

Regular DecisionJan 15

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Academics

Graduation rate81%

Retention rate88%

Student–faculty ratio11:1

Full-time faculty57%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$78,349

Avg starting salary$61,000

Job placement rate97%

Internship rate93%

Earn more than HS grad80%

Economic mobility246%

Loan default (3 yr)2%

Loan repayment (3 yr)78%

Student life

Demographics

Medium School

7,171Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

BalancedGender ratio

Female 53%Male 47%

40% WhiteRacial diversity

White 40%Hispanic 25%Asian 10%Black 8%Other 18%

Greek lifeYes

Campus housingYes

Campus life

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Professors

Current Student

The campus is beautiful and walkable, with lots of sunlight but also palm trees for some shade. I've liked all my professors so far; they are helpful during office hours and their class structures encourage me to learn more.

Current Student

LMU is great school, especially for film and business students. My biggest advice... would be that you have to apply yourself and seek external help/activities in order to actually get the most out of your degree.

Current Student

I had a wonderful experience in the film program at LMU. The teachers were passionate and realistic about what would be useful in the real world.

Campus and vibes

Current Student

Loyola is such a beautiful place with so much to discover and see! The people are amazing and it is such a great environment!

Current Student

While the party scene is described as smaller compared to larger universities, students generally find ways to engage socially.

About Loyola Marymount University

Loyola Marymount University offers an Honors Program that focuses on an enriched core curriculum designed for high-achieving students. Participants benefit from small class sizes, personalized faculty mentorship, and unique academic opportunities, including the chance to engage in interdisciplinary studies. Admission to the program typically requires a strong academic record, including a high GPA and competitive standardized test scores.

Endowment$651,894,000

Avg faculty salary$159,504

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