Is Loyola University Chicago safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
Loyola University Chicago: safety score 54/100 (grade C), ranked #52 of 112 in the US — data through 2026-10.
54/100
Grade: C · #52 of 112 in the US
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of Loyola University Chicago, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11 | 231 | 364 | 68 | 663 |
| 2025-12 | 196 | 361 | 64 | 621 |
| 2026-01 | 217 | 353 | 69 | 639 |
| 2026-02 | 192 | 355 | 69 | 616 |
| 2026-03 | 211 | 388 | 68 | 667 |
| 2026-04 | 223 | 343 | 82 | 648 |
| 2026-05 | 266 | 410 | 81 | 757 |
| 2026-06 | 238 | 380 | 56 | 674 |
| 2026-07 | 243 | 358 | 68 | 669 |
| 2026-08 | 151 | 217 | 44 | 412 |
| 2026-09 | 72 | 124 | 21 | 217 |
| 2026-10 | 181 | 257 | 49 | 487 |
Latest release: 2026-10 — 487 records in total — violent 181, property 257, minor 49 (+270 vs 2026-09).
Most common types: Other theft (111) · Assault (94) · Assault (65) · Criminal damage (54) · Fraud (27)
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Other universities in Chicago
- Illinois Institute of Technology 43 /100
- DePaul University 39 /100
- University of Chicago 28 /100
- University of Illinois at Chicago 22 /100
- Columbia College Chicago 18 /100
- School of the Art Institute of Chicago 17 /100
- Harold Washington College 16 /100
FAQs about safety at Loyola University Chicago
What is Loyola University Chicago's safety score?
Loyola University Chicago: 54/100 (grade C), #52 of 112 in the US, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-10).
How many crimes are recorded near Loyola University Chicago?
In the 12 months to 2026-10, 7070 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of Loyola University Chicago; the latest release month (2026-10) alone had 487 records (181 violent, 257 property, 49 minor).
Is it safe to walk around Loyola University Chicago at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: Chicago PD. Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-10; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 911 in the US.