These values are expressive of human wisdom, informed by the traditions of American higher education, and animated by contemporary ideals of the Society of Jesus. Loyola is pluralistic and diverse, with its nine colleges and nationally-ranked Medical Center, welcoming students and patients, faculty and staff from so many nations and neighborhoods, religious backgrounds and ethnic traditions. The Jesuit tradition of education has a distinguished history spanning five centuries. Loyola University is one of 23 Jesuit universities and colleges in the United States. The first characteristic of Jesuit universities is a passion for quality.
Excellence is important.
Because of this, Jesuit universities set demanding standards for both students and faculty. If it is worth doing at all, it is certainly worth our very best. Whether it be a medical or law school, business or liberal arts college - Jesuit education has, in every age, aimed at educational excellence. A second characteristic of Jesuit universities is the study of the humanities and the sciences, no matter what specializations may be offered. We want students prepared for living as well as for working - to have a liberal education, if you will.