It is a private, four-year college affiliated with the United Church of Christ. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst attracts students from across the nation and around the world. In this inclusive community, students collaborate with faculty members who are scholars, practitioners and passionate teachers. The students develop a versatile skillset that sets them up for enduring success in their career and beyond.

Mission

Elmhurst University inspires intellectual and personal growth in our students, preparing them for meaningful and ethical contributions to a diverse, global society.

Vision

Elmhurst University aspires to cultivate a community where our students, alumni, faculty and staff lead with innovation, equity and inclusion as they seek to address complex challenges and change for the common good.

Values

Intellectual Excellence

We promote intellectual freedom, curiosity and engagement; critical and creative inquiry; rigorous debate; innovative thinking and integrity in all endeavors. We ignite a passion for learning.

Professional Preparation

We integrate professional preparation with a rigorous liberal arts foundation that prepares students for a successful, meaningful and fulfilling life.

Community

We build a welcoming community that values and embraces diversity, inclusion and belonging. We achieve this through mutual respect, compassion for others, honest and open communication, and fairness and integrity in all that we do.

Social Responsibility

We respect the dignity of every individual and promote responsible citizenship and civic engagement. We advocate for social justice on local, national and global levels. We act on our social responsibilities and empower others to do the same.

Stewardship

We are stewards of the human, fiscal and physical resources entrusted to us. We are accountable to one another for the quality of our community, the strength of our finances, and the utility and beauty of our campus as a place of intellectual engagement and personal growth. We pursue innovations that respect the environment and foster sustainability in the management of our resources.

Faith, Meaning and Purpose

We are grounded in our individual traditions and those of the United Church of Christ, and are committed to the development of the human spirit in its many forms through dialogue, inquiry and service.

School Features

Small Class Size:

At Elmhurst, small class sizes foster close relationships students and professors, allowing more interaction and individualized. 

This creates easier connections with both professors and classmates.

Diverse Student Body:

Elmhurst University builds a welcoming community that values diversity and inclusion, students from various backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. 

This enriches the educational experience and promotes a global mindset.

Vibrant Campus Life:

Elmhurst University encourages student engagement and fosters a sense of community through a vibrant campus life. 

There are various clubs, organizations, and student events that cater to diverse interests, allowing students to explore their passions and develop valuable skills.

Generous Scholarships and Financial Aid:

Elmhurst University offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid packages to students.

All international students are eligible for the merit-based scholarships offered by Elmhurst University, which are renewable for each year of study.