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2026-27 cycleElmhurst, IL
Elmhurst College
Elmhurst University is a private institution located in suburban Elmhurst, Illinois, near downtown Chicago. Affiliated with the United Church of Christ, Elmhurst offers strong career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs integrated with liberal arts education.
Acceptance rate
75%
Undergrad enrollment
3,027
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
Free
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| ScholarshipEarly Action Scholarship Incentive Deadline | November 1, 2026 |
| Early ActionEarly Action Deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| Financial AidPreferred FAFSA Filing Deadline | December 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionPre-Licensure Nursing Application Deadline | January 25, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionEducation Licensure Programs Application Deadline | June 15, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
RequiredMajor choice250 words
The Writing Sample is a one-page written personal statement answering the following questions in 250 words or less: i. In what ways is nursing a science-based, professional practice discipline? ii. What makes you interested in a science-based professional nursing career?
Data gathered August 2026.