National Louis University

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  • 4 Year
  • Chicago, IL
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Overview

Total enrollment

8,915
National Louis University overview
National Louis University overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing No
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

National Louis University occupies an urban campus in downtown Chicago, with additional locations in the suburbs of Wheeling and Lisle, Illinois. Founded in 1886 as National College of Education by Elizabeth Harrison, the institution pioneered early childhood education in the United States and maintains its historical strength in teacher preparation programs. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs across four colleges, with notable offerings in education, business, psychology, and health sciences. The main Chicago campus is housed in a historic office building on South Michigan Avenue, providing students with easy access to the city's cultural and professional resources. While primarily serving commuter students, the university focuses on flexible scheduling and online learning options to accommodate working professionals and non-traditional students.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

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National Louis University admission standards
  • GPA 2.8

Acceptance Rate

95.1%
National Louis University applications overview
  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 18.4%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$12,705
Costs for National Louis University
Fee Cost
Tuition $12,705
Books and Supplies $0
Other Fees $825
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $14,700
Budget for Other Expenses $5,490
Total One Year Cost $33,720

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$49,300 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

26% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at National Louis University are Business, General Studies, and Education. 34% of students major in Business, 32% in General Studies, and 16% in Education.

  • Business 34%
  • General Studies 32%
  • Education 16%
  • Health Professions 8%
  • Human Services 4%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=147536.

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Last updated: August 2026