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Loyola University Maryland Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Loyola University Maryland

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

84.2%
Admission Difficulty for Loyola University Maryland
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Loyola University Maryland is 84.2%.  Its admission rate is the 18th lowest in Maryland.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Loyola University Maryland and can you get accepted?

Loyola University Maryland is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 7,820 out of the 9,286 who applied were admitted.

Loyola University Maryland typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.65. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Loyola University Maryland?

84% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Loyola University Maryland you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.65 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Loyola University Maryland GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.65

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Loyola University Maryland?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Loyola University Maryland are to have around a 3.65 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.65 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Loyola University Maryland accepts 84% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Loyola University Maryland is 3.65 on the 4.0 scale. 26% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #10 in Maryland for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Loyola University Maryland is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Loyola University Maryland students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 25.6% Good
3.75 to 3.99 21.5% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 23.9% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 16.1% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 6.4% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 6.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.6% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Loyola University Maryland SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required or recommended by Loyola University Maryland.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Loyola University Maryland
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Loyola University Maryland
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Loyola University Maryland ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Loyola University Maryland
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Loyola University Maryland
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

High School Class Rank

54% of Loyola University Maryland freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 23% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Loyola University Maryland students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 23%
Top 25% of class 54%
Top 50% of class 88%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Loyola University Maryland admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 5,505 3,781 9,286
Accepted 4,701 3,119 7,820
Acceptance Rate 85% 82% 84%
Enrolled 518 436 954
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 11% 14% 12%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2024

Days left to Apply

45

Applicants have 45 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Loyola University Maryland is $60.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Loyola University Maryland and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Loyola University Maryland Application Requirements
Test Scores Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Required
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Loyola University Maryland
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit No
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Loyola University Maryland often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=163046 IPEDS survey data for Loyola University Maryland.

FAQs

What is my chance of getting into Loyola University Maryland?

84% of those who apply are granted admission to Loyola University Maryland. Admission competition is and the college has unavailable admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.