Elmhurst University
About
Located just 16 miles from downtown Chicago, Elmhurst University is a private liberal arts institution best known for seamlessly integrating a supportive, close-knit campus community with hands-on professional preparation. Prospective students will find exceptional academic strength in highly-regarded programs such as nursing, business, education, and communication sciences and disorders, where small class sizes foster direct mentorship from faculty. The vibrant student experience is defined by a collaborative culture, featuring NCAA Division III athletics, over 100 student organizations, and a diverse, welcoming student body. Distinctively, the university’s beautiful 48-acre campus is a certified arboretum, offering a classic collegiate setting that remains directly connected by a nearby Metra train line to the vast internship and career networks of Chicago.
Wikipedia:Elmhurst University is a private university in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States. It has a tradition of service-oriented learning and an affiliation with the United Church of Christ. The university changed its name from Elmhurst College on July 1, 2020.
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Elmhurst University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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