Loyola University of Chicago

Loyola University of Chicago was founded by Father Arnold Damen, S.J., as Saint Ignatius College. It was renamed Loyola University in 1909 and began classes at 1076 West Roosevelt Road. In 1912, the university began taking steps to move to a campus at Lake Shore in Rogers Park, a process that took ten years, although the campus was established in the Loop in 1914. By 1927, the campus had moved within the neighborhood and eventually relocated to the Near North Side in 1946. Loyola established a law school in 1908 to complement the school's liberal arts curriculum. A medical school was established in 1909 and a business school in 1922.

The presence of the university in Rogers Park provided many jobs and resources for the community. The Office of the President at Loyola began the "Walk to Work Program," which provided housing loans to faculty and staff to encourage them to remain in the community. Students provide assistance to many community organizations, including Saint Ignatius Church and shelters throughout the community.

Loyola is Chicago's Jesuit, Catholic university. The school is a diverse community consisting of individuals who seek God in all things and work to expand knowledge in the service of humanity through learning, justice and faith. The university is a steward of Catholic tradition and their unique Ignatian heritage, which embodies the legacy of Ignatius Loyola. Because the college is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith, undergraduate core curriculums emphasize ethical awareness, reflection and decision-making that students carry with them throughout their lives.

Today, more than 15,900 students attend Loyola University of Chicago, studying in 11 schools and on five campuses throughout the Chicago area or three international campuses located in Beijing, Ho Chi Minh City and Rome.

Loyola University of Chicago Accreditation Details

Loyola University of Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and first gained accreditation in 1921. Accreditation demonstrates that the university meets or exceeds requirements of the accrediting agency indicating effectiveness of programs offered to students. Accreditation is a key indicator that students are receiving the highest quality in higher education. In addition, specific programs are accredited by the following industry-specific organizations:

• American Bar Association
• Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
• Council on Social Work Education
• Liaison Committee on Medical Education, Association of American Medical Colleges and American Medical Association
• National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
• Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Loyola University of Chicago Application Requirements

Students who have not earned college credits are considered freshmen applicants. Students must submit an online application, official ACT or SAT scores and a writing sample or personal statement. Students are required to submit one letter of recommendation but up to three are permitted. An official high school transcript must also be provided.

Students who have more than 20 college credits are considered transfer students and must submit an online application as well as official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Students who have earned college credit but do not have 20 credit hours must also submit an official high school transcript along with ACT or SAT scores.

Graduate students must complete an online application and submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, one of which must show the conferring of a bachelor's degree or higher. Each graduate program at Loyola University of Chicago has specific requirements for admission, so students are encouraged to discuss what is necessary with an admissions counselor.

Loyola University of Chicago Tuition and Financial Aid

Undergraduate full-time tuition at Loyola University of Chicago varies by department. Rates are as follows:

• Arts & Sciences, Business, Communication, Education – $19,565 per year
• Nursing – $20,005 per year

Graduate tuition is as follows:

• Arts and Sciences, Communication – $1,003 per credit hour
• Medical Sciences – $1,684 per credit hour
• Education – $930 per credit hour
• Nursing – $1,060 per credit hour

Financial aid is available in the form of grants, scholarships, loans and work-study opportunities. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to qualify for assistance.

Loyola University of Chicago Degree(s) Available

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

The Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Loyola University of Chicago focuses on the scientist-practitioner model of clinical training. Students are provided the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in clinical, research and academic settings. The program provides a balance of training combined with research, clinical work and teaching. Students are provided information on the theories and methodological approaches of psychology as well as planning and execution of research. Students develop an understanding of psychological dysfunctions and methods of assessing as well as treating those dysfunctions. Students are also provided an understanding of cultural differences that may lead to psychological dysfunction.

Students who wish to enter the program must submit official GRE scores as well as a current resume. Students are required to submit a statement of purpose which addresses:

• Their specific area of interest in clinical psychology
• Their reasons for attending Loyola University of Chicago
• Any clinical and research experiences
• Their short- and long-term professional goals
• Identification of at least two faculty members the student would like to work with during graduate training

Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology

The Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology at Loyola University of Chicago provides students with the training necessary to become developmental scientists with an understanding of the healthy development of children, youth and families. Students are provided knowledge in cognitive, social, emotional, cultural, physical, neurological and spiritual factors that promote development and learning. The program stresses research, training, scholarship and teaching as students select a faculty member and a supporting faculty advisor who helps ensure that they take advantage of a broad set of training and research opportunities. Students are required to complete a critical review paper, a Master's thesis, a written qualifying examination, an oral qualifying examination and a Ph.D. dissertation. Courses required include:

• Advanced Statistics
• Research Methods
• One of two Neuroscience courses
• Cognitive Development
• Four Developmental Topics courses
• One Social or Clinical Topics course
• Four Research/Reading courses
• Three electives
• Two minor area courses

In order to apply for the program, students must have a GRE score of 600 or higher and an undergraduate GPA of 3.5 or higher. Students must provide letters of recommendation as well as official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended.

The Ph.D. programs at Loyola University of Chicago are not offered entirely online, but some of the classes required for the program may be available in an online format. This provides students who have work, family or social obligations to achieve their higher education goals while still meeting those obligations. Loyola University of Chicago strives to provide a strong, Catholic-based education to all students.