Acceptance Rate
45%
Avg. SAT
1430
75th percentile
“Jesuit-Marymount merger on ocean bluffs fuses Hollywood filmmaking with ethical liberal arts in vibrant Los Angeles.”
Los Angeles, CA
Location
Large City
Campus Setting
Loyola Marymount University sits on a 150-acre bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Westchester, a quiet neighborhood near Los Angeles International Airport. Founded in 1911 as a Jesuit institution and merged in 1968 with Marymount College (established 1933 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary), LMU carries a dual Catholic legacy emphasizing service, justice, and intellectual rigor. Students who thrive here blend creativity with discipline—think aspiring filmmakers who also debate ethics or business majors passionate about social impact. The surrounding area offers Silicon Beach tech hubs and Venice Beach vibes, but expect heavy LA traffic and a high cost of living that stretches budgets for off-campus apartments. Campus feels suburban yet plugged into the city's entertainment pulse, though its airport proximity means occasional flight noise.
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Academics
Student-Faculty Ratio
Programs Offered
Full-Time Faculty
Women Faculty
Research Spending
Available Online
Degree Levels Offered
LMU shines in its School of Film and Television, where hands-on production classes let you direct short films using industry-standard equipment from day one. The College of Communication and Fine Arts and College of Business Administration draw students with practical skills in animation, marketing, and entrepreneurship, all grounded in Jesuit ideals of ethical decision-making. Classrooms mix seminar discussions with large lectures for intro courses, and undergrads can join faculty research in marine biology or urban studies through the Seaver College of Science. Upper-level film and business tracks get competitive, so strong GPAs help secure spots. Faculty advise closely in small majors, but the 7,450 undergrads mean popular electives fill fast.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
7,273 undergrad • 2,906 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
38%
Black / African American
8%
Hispanic / Latino
27%
Asian
10%
Other / Multi-racial
17%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Los Angeles, CA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
A typical week mixes morning masses at the striking concrete Bluff Church with afternoon beach volleyball practices—LMU fields the only NCAA Division I beach team. Residence halls house most freshmen and sophomores in doubles or quads, fostering tight-knit communities through hall events and service trips. The social scene revolves around Lion Pride game days, movie nights at the on-campus theater, and moderate Greek life, with weekends spilling to nearby Playa del Rey bars or LA concerts. Sunny weather encourages outdoor study spots, but summer heat and winter marine layer can dampen moods. Off-campus life tempts with Hollywood internships, though commuting through traffic eats time and gas money.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
West Coast Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
No
Navy
No
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Room & Board
Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$28,383
$30K – $48K
$22,329
$48K – $75K
$31,532
$75K – $110K
$30,217
$110K+
$38,505
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
89%
4 Years Graduation Rate
73%
6 Years Graduation Rate
80%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$78,349
89% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Loyola Marymount University and return in the fall. 73% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 80% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
73%
4-6 years
7%
Non-grad
20%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$54,630
Acceptance
45%
Undergrads
7,273
4-Year Grad Rate
73%
Endowment
$528M
Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659