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Saint Louis University Main Campus

Saint Louis, Missouri

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Overview

Enrollment

15,755
Saint Louis University Main Campus overview
Location Saint Louis, Missouri
Online slu.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large City
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Saint Louis University Main Campus overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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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.

Ratings

8/10

Overall

8/10

Academics

10/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

9/10

Value

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.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Very High
Saint Louis University Main Campus overview
SAT 1210/1400
ACT 26/31
GPA 3.95

Applications Accepted

84.7% 
Saint Louis University Main Campus overview
Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$49,800
Costs for Saint Louis University Main Campus
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

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$61,800 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

61% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Saint Louis University Main Campus students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 24%
Health Professions 20%
Social Sciences 7%
Biology 6%
Psychology 5%

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Questions and Answers

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Last updated February 24, 2024