Academics

Illinois Virtual College

Elmhurst College is a private, four-year liberal arts college, affiliated with the United Church of Christ. Small by design, Elmhurst is a close-knit community where each student is a person, not a number. Our greatest strength is the recognized excellence of our academic programs; Elmhurst is among the top 10 comprehensive colleges in the Midwest, according to the latest survey by U.S. News & World Report.

As part of our commitment to making a high-quality education accessible, Elmhurst is pleased to participate in the Illinois Virtual Campus.

Academics
On campus, Elmhurst offers 51 undergraduate majors, nine pre-professional programs, and seven master's degree programs. Many of these courses include online components. One course, Chemistry 110, can be completed entirely online.

Admission
To take an online course at Elmhurst, you must first apply to the College and be admitted. You may apply online or request an application by calling our Office of Admission at (630) 617-3400. Find out more about the application process...

Financial Aid
Talent, not money, opens the doors to an Elmhurst College education. Last year, 75 percent of entering freshmen received some form of financial assistance.

Bookstore
Elmhurst students may order all required textbooks and supplies over the web from our online bookstore.

Library
Elmhurst students can access a wealth of resources through Elmhurst's A.C. Buehler Library. Online tools include books, articles, databases, electronic journals, references, and government sources.