Welcome to
Elmhurst University
Here, you’ll find a supportive learning community, great opportunities and a place to belong.
Start your application online—it’s easy and secure.
Study What
You Love
Get ready for an outstanding education at the intersection of the liberal arts and the real world.
Undergraduate Programs
Learn in small classes taught by faculty who believe in you. From business and nursing to jazz studies and studio art, our 70-plus majors open the doors to opportunity.
Graduate Programs
Our graduate programs are practical, flexible and tailored to meet the needs of employers. Choose from more than 20 options in health care, business, education and technology.
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Elmhurst’s online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program prepares you to manage complexity and lead change in health care.
Degree Completion Programs
Complete your bachelor’s degree in evening classes or online. Designed for working adults, our degree completion programs put you on the fast track to success.
Certificate Programs
Gain an edge in the job market with a certificate in fields like GIS, nursing and cybersecurity. Our graduate and undergraduate certificate programs are designed for working professionals.
Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy
Designed for young adults with differing abilities, ELSA offers a four-year academic experience with a focus on strategies for independent living.
Welcome to Your New Home
Get involved, make lifelong friends and explore what matters to you. Our community will embrace and support you, whether virtually or in person.
Announcing Elmhurst 150:
The Campaign for Elmhurst University
Our comprehensive fundraising campaign will improve the Elmhurst experience for generations of Bluejays to come. Learn more about our campaign priorities and our goal.
Campus News
Our Most-Viewed News Stories of 2021
Monday, December 20
Senior Hannah Bacon is Named 2021 Lincoln Laureate for Elmhurst U.
Tuesday, December 14
Elmhurst University Launches Record Fundraising Campaign
Wednesday, December 8
Upcoming Events
Virtual Nursing Information Session
Saturday, January 29 at 9:00 a.m.
Virtual ELSA Preview Day
Wednesday, February 16 at 6:00 p.m.
American Dream Fellowship Competition
Monday, February 21 at 12:00 p.m.
The curriculum was very rich and pertinent. It was what I was looking for and what I wanted to learn.
Nina Thomas ’19
I’m so grateful for the scholarship and for Elmhurst in general. Everyone is so supportive and accepting. It really feels like another home to me.
Lily Rizo-DuBois ’22
I get constant support and reassurance from my advisors. The environment here has always challenged me. Elmhurst helps you become the best version of yourself.
Thomas Sullivan ’19
Elmhurst has a really solid nursing program, and I like the small-school environment that it offers. I chose nursing because I really enjoy helping people. I think that’s my purpose in life, to serve others.
Dennis Arreaza ’23
At Elmhurst, you’re not just an ‘A’ or a ‘B.’ Who you are as a person is what matters.
Natalia Wehr ’19
I feel welcome. Everybody wants to see me succeed. I feel like that’s just so special to this University.
Will Lyles ’20