Loyola University Chicago Reviews

"Loyola University Chicago represents an engaged, intelligent and active community that made for a memorable experience both inside and outside the classroom. With strong connections to the vibrant city of Chicago, many of our professors were practicing professionals; and with the city outside our doorstep, we were able to build impactful professional (and personal) connections from the get-go. As a result of this differentiated college experience, I was ultimately able to secure a full-time job in my field before graduation, midst the recession. LUC graduates are highly sought after by Chicago employers in particular as thought-provoking, collaborative and engaged professionals ‰ÛÓ and I owe a lot of my professional success to this tremendous academic institution.Read Less"

"Loyola Chicago is a great school. With any school you reap what you sow, and the more you put into it, the more get in return. One of the great assets of the university is the city itself. Chicago is filled with countless opportunities for employment, internships, networking, and cultural activities. There are so many opportunities and experiences for students to take advantage of."

"My program is small. My seminar classes typically only include 6-12 people and the instructors come across as very focused on student development. As a first semester Masters degree student, I have been advised to apply for presentations at conferences and my instructors care about my professional career path. Chicago is great, but funding at the Masters level is difficult to obtain."

"The Stritch School of Medicine offers its students a lot of administrative support and easy access to resources such as physicians and shadowing experience. Furthermore, they are always receptive to student feedback, whether it be about a class or wanting to start a student group or elective. On the downside, it is located in a Chicago suburb which removes the students from a noteworthy night-life. Also, driving is basically a must since public transport is limited and the Midwest winters are much too harsh for cycling. Tuition reflects a private school.Read Less"

"Loyola University Chicago was a fantastic undergrad experience. You get to live on the gorgeous lakefront in Chicago, the classes are rigorous, the community is amazing. The downtown campus is also a very awesome resource."

"Loved it! Would highly recommend it to potential students."

"Loyola has an excellent faculty that are focused on your success if you engage them. The campus is a very relaxing and beautiful place on the lake which never seems crowded as most students are commuters who do not stick around after class. If you start your degree at Loyola there are equal opportunities to make friendships as any other university; however, transfer students will need to work extra hard to find their clique."

"It was a wonderful experience. Loyola allowed me access to Chicago, and consistently maintained a well-rounded and thought provoking discussion about Jesuit values and instilling them throughout the community."

"It was a wonderful experience. Loyola allowed me access to Chicago, and consistently maintained a well-rounded and thought provoking discussion about Jesuit values and instilling them throughout the community."

"Loyola University is a great school in the heart of Chicago. There aren't enough financial assistance opportunities for graduate students. Make sure to find out about a professor before signing up to her/his class. Loyola has the best and the worst professors. There are a lot of opportunities for students to get involved in school organizations and community outreach."

"All my classes to date have been very educational and enjoyable. The professors have made themselves readily available and provided opportunities to meet working professionals and understand how the theory is practiced in reality. Great program and great school!"

"I enjoyed my time at Loyola and I have no regrets, but I do regret the cost of tuition and how that has increased my student debt significantly. Loyola is a great school and one of its strength is that it is located in the city of Chicago, which provides students with hundreds of employment and internship opportunities. If Loyola and Chicago provide an individual with a clear stepping stone to a desired job, positions, or vocation, I would absolutely recommend the school."

"Loyola University Chicago School of Law has amazing faculty who really care about the future of their students once graduating. Law school is competitive in nature, but I am happy to know that I have a great support system."

"Loyola University Chicago offers a world-class education at a world-class cost. The faculty are supportive, however in many instances, one is made to feel as if they are a number. Not much financial aid is offered, so even if you are in a doctoral program, funding is not guaranteed. Complicating matters, is if one does receive funding, the monthly stipend that one is given is minuscule, resulting in one having to take out loans to supplement the stipend. There are a number of changes that I would make to the program to make it more practice, and less theory focused. Overall, I feel somewhat ambiguous about my program, but I know that being aligned with a renowned educational institution as Loyola will result in (I hope) some dividends so that I am not forced to be a pauper as I repay my loans.Read Less"

"Loyola University Chicago's Higher Education program truly allows you to see events and behaviors through a social justice lens. Many of the topics discussed in class, can be seen anywhere in Chicago, which further enhances the learning experience. The program is not just diverse in race, but also in gender expression, sexual identity, social economic status, and faith traditions. Though the school provides a shuttle between campuses, it does not always arrive or depart at the time you would expect it to. Also, the education here is expensive and you will more than likely have to take our a loan or two. This is in addition to Chicago already being a really expensive place to live. Overall, the Higher Education program here is great and Loyola is always building and making it's campus more beautiful. The library with glass windows that look over the lake, certainly are not bad to look at either.Read Less"

"Loyola provided an extremely warm and welcoming environment for its students. I felt like more than just a "number" in this program - they made me feel like a valued and intelligent person. While the course material was challenging, we were provided with appropriate support from professors, both during and outside of class. I felt comfortable approaching my professors with questions. The negatives include a lack of financial support (no help with scholarships/grants) and the location of the program wasn't conducive for an active social life, however, downtown Chicago was only about 40 min from the campus and there was a fairly decent social scene in some of the surrounding neighborhoods (15 min away). Overall, I truly enjoyed my time in this program and value the education I received from here.Read Less"

"Excellent program and university though extremely pricey and funding options for MA students are few."

"The pros of law school are that the alumni network is absolutely amazing and the staff is very accessible. The only con is that law school is extremely competitive."

"Pros: Fantastic school of social work, very heavy on the clinical end. Very interesting and unique classes that stimulate students. Does have a wonderful 10k grant system for 2nd year students in the mental health specialization. The teachers are fantastic for the most part- there are a few that the best but mostly they are well connected, educated and experienced. I feel very safe within this school, it's centrally located and had a fantastic library. The sheridan campus is spectacular. Cons: Pricey school that doesn't have any scholarships for its students. Working with the internship department can be quite stressful and difficult, they should hire some grad assistants. I hate that the class scheduling always has a break between 5 and 7pm making night classes go till 9:30pm. Overall, a great grad school for receiving an MSW. I would not change my decision even though it broke the bank.Read Less"

"I truly appreciate the "customer service" every time I place a call to any department at Loyola. Everyone is always so helpful in answering any question or concern that I have."