Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, Illinois
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Elmhurst University is a private college in Elmhurst, Illinois and has been named to the Best Online Colleges Midwest award list. The on-campus net price to attend is $22,368 and the per-credit hour charge is $1,090. The school offers weekend/evening classes, credit for military training, credit for life experiences, academic counseling services, career services, and more.
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Overview
School Type
Website: www.elmhurst.edu
Contact: Elmhurst University
Accessibility
- Distance education:Yes
- Online degrees:No
- Career services:Yes
- Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
- Credit for life experiences:Yes
- On-Campus day care:No
- Online library services:No
- Remedial services:No
- Master's degrees:No
- Post-master's certificates:No
- Doctorate Degrees:No
Demographics
- Full-time undergrad students:2,687
- Pell Grant students:1,040
- Online and distance education undergrad students:270
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Part-time students5%
Cost
Military & Veteran
- Credit for military training:Yes
- Dedicated staff member:Yes
- Student veteran organization:Yes
- Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
- Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
Benefits
Student Experience
- Online Synchronous
- Online Asynchronous
- On Campus Days
- On Campus Nights
- Blended
- Accelerated
- Traditional Semester Timing
Affordability
- Credit accepted from this institution
- Credit accepted from other accredited institutions
- Financial aid available for adult students
- Tuition reimbursement plans available for adult students
- Scholarships available for adult students
- Institution is GI Bill certified
- Institution participates in Yellow Ribbon Program
Campus Resources
- Writing Center
- Tutoring
- Career Services
- Financial Aid
- Advisors
- Mentors
- Library
- Dining Services
- Recreational Services
Featured Programs & Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
- Cost: $635 per semester hour
- Enrollment: Part-time, Evening
- Classroom: Online, Blended, On Campus
Designed specifically for adult students, Elmhurst University’s degree-completion program in business administration will give you the skills you need to get on the fast track to a dynamic career.
The program incorporates coursework in accounting, global business, finance, management, marketing, communication, ethics and more. Classes are small, and you’ll go through the program with a cohort of your peers. Elmhurst faculty are scholars and experts in the field—but their top priority is helping you reach your full potential, in the classroom and beyond.
Classroom Type
On campus classes meet one night a week, and some classes are offered online. The major cohort can be completed in just three terms, helping you reach your goals more quickly.
Career Outlook
Elmhurst’s business administration program incorporates case studies, collaboration and real-world projects to prepare you for careers ranging from accounting and management to marketing and entrepreneurship.
“[My advisor] was always available for anything I needed, which meant a lot. At Elmhurst, you’re not just an ‘A’ or a ‘B.’ Who you are as a person is what matters.”—Natalia Wehr ’19
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology
- Cost: $635 per semester hour
- Enrollment: Part-time, Evening, Daytime
- Classroom: Blended, On Campus
Designed specifically for adult students, Elmhurst University’’s degree-completion program in psychology opens the door to a world of fascinating career opportunities.
The program incorporates coursework in abnormal psychology, cognitive processes, lifespan development, clinical and counseling psychology and more. Faculty advisors are Ph.D.-level scholars who understand the needs of working professionals. Elmhurst offers a range of opportunities to get involved in research, internships and student organizations.
Classroom Type
Most courses in the psychology major are offered in the evenings or in a hybrid on campus/online format. Classes are small, fostering a sense of community, and students may start the program in either fall or spring.
Career Outlook
Psychology majors at Elmhurst go on to Ph.D. and Psy.D. programs as well as master’s programs in fields like social work and industrial/organizational psychology. They also find success as case coordinators, behavioral support specialists, human resources administrators and much more.
“The Elmhurst faculty is amazing, with great knowledge, drawing from real-world experience. And they’re always willing to engage with the students—including on topics related to school, careers and their practical experiences.”—Nick Mossman ’18
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- Cybersecurity
Bachelor of Arts in Information Technology
- Cost: $635 per semester hour
- Enrollment: Part-time, Evening
- Classroom: Online, Blended, On Campus
Designed specifically for adult students, Elmhurst University’s degree-completion program in information technology will put you on the fast track to success in one of today’s most dynamic industries.
The Skills You Need
You’ll gain a strong foundation in the most relevant computer technologies, from web-based programming to creating SQL databases to the infrastructure that supports modern network environments. In the final course, you’ll team up with a group of your classmates to create an Internet-based application or website.
Classroom Type
IT classes meet in the evenings, so it’s easy to fit them into your busy schedule. What’s more, many are offered both on campus and online. Come to class in person, join online in real time or watch the presentation later—it’s up to you. Classes are small, so you’ll get to know your classmates and professors.
Career Outlook
Elmhurst IT alumni are working at companies like Dyson, Walgreens and JPMorgan Chase, doing everything from business intelligence and database development to website development. With a degree in IT from Elmhurst, you too will be well prepared for a great career in a high-growth field.
“The IT program at Elmhurst set me on the right path. The classes are small, and the professors are always there to help you succeed. And I learned many essential skills that I am currently applying in my new career at Walgreens.”—Arturas Sigajevas ’16, Technical Support, Walgreens
Explore Certificates Offered
Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Cost: $635 per semester hour
- Enrollment: Part-time
- Classroom: Online
Designed specifically for adult students, Elmhurst University’’s undergraduate certificate program in GIS will prepare you for a dynamic career in fields ranging from cartography and environmental science to crime analysis and national security.
The program incorporates coursework in geospatial technologies, remote sensing techniques, GIS programming and more. In close partnership with faculty, you’ll learn to collect and analyze data, create maps, and solve spatial problems.
Elmhurst’s GIS program is entirely online, making it easy to fit classes into your busy schedule. Courses are accelerated, too, so you can complete your certificate in less than a year.
Certificate in Cybersecurity
- Cost: $635 per semester hour
- Enrollment: Part-time
- Classroom: Online
Data breaches are a growing problem for businesses worldwide, so the job outlook for cyber security experts has never been better. Elmhurst University’’s undergraduate certificate program in cybersecurity will prepare you for a dynamic career in this fast-growing field.
You’ll learn to:
- Recognize security breaches
- Investigate cybercrime
- Prepare prevention and recovery plans
- Build security infrastructures
Elmhurst’s cybersecurity program is entirely online, making it easy to fit classes into your busy schedule. Courses are accelerated, too, so you can complete your certificate in less than a year.
Online Accelerated BSN Programs
- Cost: $50,000 divided evenly across the 4 semesters
- Enrollment: Full-time
- Classroom: Online
Enrolling in the online Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program at Elmhurst University is your fast track to building a new and fulfilling career as a registered nurse (RN) from a University that supports you and is grounded in intellectual growth, integrity and social justice.
With your prior bachelor’s degree in any discipline as your foundation, you’ll earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through our online ABSN program in just 16 months. You’ll be fully prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and be well-positioned for your new role providing direct patient care.
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Contact Elmhurst University
Contact Admissions
(630) 617-3400
admit@elmhurst.edu
Main Campus
190 S. Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 617-3400