College of Arts & Sciences

About the school

Loyola College Chicago’s College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), founded in 1870 and has continued the 450-year-old Jesuit legacy of rigorous academic study that is firmly rooted in the liberal arts. The institution provides an appropriate environment for students to grow in fields of humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences, spanning two campuses - the Lake Shore Campus (LSC) and the Water Tower Campus (WTC). Loyola University Chicago has been distinguished as the 115th top National University in the U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges rankings for the academic year 2022–2023.
The school’s well-known alumni include David Michael Draiman, an American singer and composer renowned for his percussive singing style and distorted, operatic baritone voice, along with Kyan Douglas, an American television personality and stylist.

Where is the school located?

Life at the College of Arts and Sciences

The College of Arts and Sciences is uniquely located, with the vastness of Lake Michigan on one side and the vibrant city of Chicago on the other. Accessible via two major airports, the school is easily reachable from anywhere on the globe by plane. The school is spread across two campuses in the Chicago metropolitan area, this provides aspiring international students exceptional access to a wide range of cultural institutions, as well as countless internship and networking opportunities with Fortune 500 companies located in the area. Extensive housing options for students on both campuses and housing staff ensure students are firmly entrenched in the campus community and can engage in community events. Off-campus students are supported by the school’s property management company in securing adequate off-campus accommodation, such as apartments, and other housing alternatives. Non-resident students can also access meal plans using their Campus cards, which are accepted at all on-campus dining establishments.

Additional benefits of studying at the College of Arts and Sciences

• High Academic Standards: Since its inception, Loyola University has maintained a commitment to academic rigour. Boasting a community of students from 82 different countries, the College of Arts and Sciences offers a rich and diverse educational experience, providing students with numerous benefits.
• Full-time Faculty: The faculty, comprised of experts in their respective fields, is dedicated to nurturing academic excellence and fostering innovative research.
• Practical Instruction: Students have the opportunity to engage in hands-on fieldwork, such as paleontological research in Bighorn, Wyoming, or participate in global symposiums on human rights, with funding support from the Dean's Office.
• Scholarships: Grants and awards are readily available, including prestigious recognitions like the Career Transition Grant from the National MS Society.

Admissions criteria

Generally, applications require the following to secure admission at the College of Arts and Sciences: - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution - Completed application - GPA score of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale - Complete personal information form - A personal statement written by the applicant - Letters of recommendation - Statement of purpose - Official transcripts - GMAT/GRE International students must meet the following additional requirements: - Proof of English proficiency: You must obtain the minimum score in the following exams to be eligible- TOEFL Internet-Based exam: 79, IELTS: 6.0 and 6.5 each subsection, Duolingo: 105, and Pearson Test of Academic English: 53. - The applicant’s undergraduate transcripts, which must be translated into English - Applicants with non-U.S. educational credentials are required to submit official education credentials for evaluation at any NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member company.

Fees and other expenses

• Health service/health insurance: $600
• Books and supplies: $100
• Food: $700 to $2,400
• Housing: $4,540 (approx.)
• Transportation: $250 Please consult the school’s necessary admissions and financial aid websites for detailed information and any updates to this information.

Job placements

Loyola University Chicago university prides itself on the fact that 88% of graduates secure jobs three months after graduating.

• Inclusive Career Support: The university boasts several career centres which are available to assist current students and graduates with their professional development. Additionally, students have access to the interactive job management application, Handshake, which manages recruitment programmes, peer-to-peer messaging, career education, job and internship opportunities (including Federal Work Study programmes), and registrations for career events and job fairs. The portal is supported by Loyola.

• Online Convenience : Launchpad, a one-stop site that helps students map out their job searches. This includes mapping out their job hunt or scheduling a meeting with a career advisor to discuss career goals.