Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Saint Louis, Missouri |
| Online | slu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Saint Louis University-Main Campus is a private Jesuit research university located in St. Louis, Missouri, established in 1818, making it one of the oldest universities west of the Mississippi River. The campus features Gothic-style architecture and offers on-campus living options to students. Academically, it hosts a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on health sciences, law, aviation, business, and social justice. Saint Louis University, often referred to as SLU, holds a significant national standing with a moderate level of application selectivity. While it is not primarily recognized for athletics, SLU does compete in Division I of the NCAA, and their athletic teams are known as the Billikens.
In the most recent statistical year 12,986 prospective students applied, and 11,001 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,665 enrolled in the school. 11,229 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,526 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $49,800 plus fees of $844. Saint Louis University-Main Campus is ranked 171 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus is rated within the top 28% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Saint Louis University Main Campus within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#171 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#134 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Missouri
#2 in Best Private Colleges in Missouri
#116 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Missouri
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1210/1400 |
| ACT | 26/31 |
| GPA | 3.95 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,070 |
| Other Fees | $844 |
| Room and Board | $13,890 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,072 |
| Total One Year Cost | $70,676 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 24% |
| Health Professions | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
| Biology | 6% |
| Psychology | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179159 IPEDS survey data for Saint Louis University Main Campus.
Current students may use the Saint Louis University Main Campus GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.