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Saint Louis University
Founded by Jesuits in 1818, Saint Louis University is a private research institution and one of the oldest Catholic universities in the United States. SLU is home to 11 colleges and schools conferring undergraduate and graduate degrees. For students who wish to learn in another culture, SLU features a study abroad experience at the university’s international campus in Madrid. Outside of the classroom, Saint Louis fields 16 men’s and women’s athletic teams and the mascot of SLU is the Billiken, a mythical symbol of good luck.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
City
Average ACT Composite: 27
Average SAT Composite: 1257
Key Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
14,581
Total Number of Undergrads
9,910
Academic Calendar
Semester
Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
Learning Options
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
0
100
58%
Graduate in 4 Years
National: 28%
0
100
72%
Graduate in 6 Years
National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
National: 21:1 Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition | $40,100
|
| Out-of-State Tuition | $40,100
|
Students Receiving Financial Aid
97%
Average Aid Per Year
$23,580
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Gender
Student Organizations
150
Size of Town
City: Large
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
yes
On Campus Women's Center
yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Saint Louis
Chicago
New York
Kansas City
Washington
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
47%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$54,400
What Students Are Saying
3.83
Average Rating
The campus is truly beautiful as well as the chapel. Some people worry about the fact that the University is in Saint Louis, but SLU has impressive security. A great place to stay close to your faith and grow.
Roxie
SLU is accepting and inviting to those who show interest. It has a great atmoshere and I am so excited to be able to experience the student life here.
Nina from Saint Louis, MO
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