College comparison

Loyola University Chicago vs Seton Hall University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL	Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ
Acceptance rateSeton Hall University is more selective	82%	73%
SAT (25–75)	1170–1360	1220–1390
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	11,737	6,036
Avg net price	$36,079	$31,446
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Chicago, IL	South Orange, NJ

Quick answers

Is Loyola University Chicago or Seton Hall University harder to get into?

Seton Hall University is more selective: Loyola University Chicago's acceptance rate is approximately 82% and Seton Hall University's is approximately 73% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Loyola University Chicago vs Seton Hall University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1170–1360 at Loyola University Chicago and 1220–1390 at Seton Hall University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.