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Loyola University Chicago

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Transfer Admission Overview

Transferring to Loyola University Chicago is an option for students who started at another institution.

81.4%

Freshman Accept Rate

How to Transfer to Loyola University Chicago: Step by Step

Research Requirements

Check Loyola University Chicago's transfer admission page for minimum credit hours, prerequisite courses, and GPA requirements.

Maintain a Strong GPA

Transfer admission is heavily GPA-based. Aim for a 3.5+ GPA at your current institution.

Complete Prerequisites

Take the general education and major prerequisites that Loyola University Chicago expects.

Write a Compelling Essay

Explain why you want to transfer and why Loyola University Chicago specifically.

Get Strong Recommendations

Ask professors who know your work well.

Apply on Time

Transfer deadlines are often earlier than freshman deadlines.

Loyola University Chicago Transfer FAQs

What is Loyola University Chicago's transfer acceptance rate?

Loyola University Chicago does not publicly report a separate transfer acceptance rate. The freshman rate is 81.4%, and transfer admissions typically track the school's overall selectivity.

What GPA do I need to transfer to Loyola University Chicago?

With a 81.4% freshman acceptance rate, Loyola University Chicago typically expects transfer applicants to have a college GPA of 3.0+ with passing grades in core requirements. Stronger GPAs offset weaker high school records for transfer admits.

When are Loyola University Chicago transfer application deadlines?

Most US colleges including Loyola University Chicago accept fall transfers (March-April deadlines) and many also accept spring transfers (October-November deadlines). Check Loyola University Chicago's admissions page for the exact dates each cycle.