Saint Louis University was founded in 1818 as the first university west of the Mississippi River. At the core of this diverse community of scholars is SLU's service-focused mission, which prepares students to make the world a better, more just place.
WORLD-CLASS: SLU is a Catholic, Jesuit research university, highly ranked by the Princeton Review and by U.S. News & World Report.
SLU boasts 15 academic programs in the top 50 in their fields and several in the top 10, along with accolades for campus sustainability efforts, military-friendliness and as a "best value" in private education. SLU is also the first Jesuit university to receive the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award.
URBAN AND INTERNATIONAL: With two dynamic, urban campuses in St. Louis, Missouri, and Madrid, Spain the university is home to nearly 13,000 students from 50 states and 82 countries. SLU's international focus and 50+ study abroad programs invite students to engage with and learn from the global community. The St. Louis campus is a welcoming residential oasis located steps from some of the region's top art and culture venues, while SLU-Madrid puts students in the heart of one of Europe's most vibrant, history-rich cities.
HANDS-ON: One of only nine Catholic universities with a "higher" or "highest" research activity designation, SLU empowers students to collaborate with faculty mentors on groundbreaking research and gain hands-on experience. From developing systems to filter arsenic pollution out of water to exploring innovative ways to get fresh produce into low-income neighborhoods, students don't just contemplate solutions to the day's most challenging problems &mdash they actively work to make those solutions reality.
SERVICE-MINDED: Jesuit tradition inspires the SLU community's commitment to service and social justice. Designated a "character-building college," SLU was also the first institution named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for nine consecutive years. Students cook meals in the Campus Kitchen, volunteer at student-run medical and law clinics, and work alongside dozens of community organizations to serve their neighbors.
A SLU education gives graduates not only the skills to succeed in their careers but also the wisdom to lead lives of meaning and purpose. SLU alumni have become mayors of major cities, helped put men on the moon, directed Hollywood blockbusters and worked side-by-side with Mother Theresa.
About
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Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Andrea Hitsman
Director, Visit Admission Events
Director, Visit Admission Events
Address
Office of Admission
One N Grand Blvd. DuBourg Hall
St. Louis, MO 63103
One N Grand Blvd. DuBourg Hall
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone
314-977-2420
Email
visitSLU@slu.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
St. Francis Xavier Church
Busch Student Center
Pius XII Memorial Library and Academic Technology Commons
Grand Hall Dining Center
Chaifetz Arena
Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building, Center for Global Citizenship, Simon Recreation Center and two new state of the art residence halls: Grand Hall and Spring Hall
Busch Student Center
Pius XII Memorial Library and Academic Technology Commons
Grand Hall Dining Center
Chaifetz Arena
Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building, Center for Global Citizenship, Simon Recreation Center and two new state of the art residence halls: Grand Hall and Spring Hall
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Prospect Yards Entertainment and Shopping District
City Foundry STL
Forest Park
Midtown Arts District
IKEA
https://www.stlmrc.com/blank-5 Armory District Project Chouteau Greenway Trail Project Iron Hill Project Steelcote Square Project Prospect Yards
City Foundry STL
Forest Park
Midtown Arts District
IKEA
https://www.stlmrc.com/blank-5 Armory District Project Chouteau Greenway Trail Project Iron Hill Project Steelcote Square Project Prospect Yards
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Friday and select Saturdays
8:30am-5pm (M-F) Call for hours (select Saturdays)
314-977-2420
8:30am-5pm (M-F) Call for hours (select Saturdays)
314-977-2420
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Monday - Friday
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Athletic Department
Advance Notice
1 week
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
St. Louis International Airport is 13 miles from campus.
The nearest MetroLink train station is the Grand Station, located between Saint Louis University's north campus and the SLU Medical Center on Grand Boulevard. Find your best route to and from SLU and plan your trip by visiting Metro's online Trip Finder or by downloading the Metro on the Go app. All students living in University housing are automatically enrolled in the SLU U-Pass program, which can be used to ride MetroBus and MetroLink, at no charge. You will need to have both your U-Pass card and your SLU ID any time the pass is used.
The MetroLink will take you directly to the airport. Visit www.metrostlouis.org for information, routes and schedules.
Ground transportation to the airport is also available at a discounted rate for students living in on-campus residence halls with Go Best Express. Call 314-222-5300 or 877-785-4682 for rates and schedules.
Taxis in St. Louis cost about $2 for the first 1/10 mile, then $2 for each additional mile. Rates are for one person; there is usually a charge for extra passengers. Be sure to request information for specific charges when you call.
RideFinders provides a free ride matching service to help commuters carpool to work. Register online to find a match or add members to your already existing carpool.
RideFinders also offers a guaranteed ride home program for registered carpool members Vouchers are available at the Parking and Card Services office in DuBourg Hall, Room 33.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From the northeast, take I-55/70 S. across the Poplar Street Bridge to I-64 W. Follow to the Grand Blvd. exit. Make a right on Grand Blvd. and proceed one block to campus. From the northwest, take I-70 E. to I-170 S. Proceed to I-64 E. and continue to the Grand Blvd. exit. Make a right on Grand Blvd. and follow one block to campus. From the South, take I-55 N. to I-44 W. Follow to the Grand Blvd. exit. Make a left at the stop sign and then a right on Grand Blvd. Follow two miles to campus. From the southwest, take I-44 E. to the Grand Blvd. exit. Make a left on Grand Blvd. and follow for two miles to campus.
Local Accommodations
Aloft St. Louis - Cortex
4245 Duncan Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
314-639-0050
Element
3763 Forest Park Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63103
314-639-0060
See full list at https://www.slu.edu/admission/visit/accommodations.php
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Admissions
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From The School
For information about the admission process at Saint Louis University or to schedule a campus visit, call the office of admission at 800-SLU-FOR-U, email admission@slu.edu, or check out slu.edu/visit.
Overview
Applicants: 15,359
Acceptance Rate: 82%
Average HS GPA: 3.90
GPA Breakdown
47%
4.0
20%
3.75 - 3.99
13%
3.50 - 3.74
9%
3.25 - 3.49
6%
3.00 - 3.24
5%
2.50 - 2.99
1%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
580 - 690
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
550 - 700
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1140 - 1260
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
23 - 30
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Early Decision — November 1
Early Decision II — January 13
Early Action — December 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
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Academic Programs
High-achieving young men and women come from around the globe to pursue a world-class education at Saint Louis University. SLU offers nearly 90 undergraduate programs of study and more than 100 graduate and professional programs, with many ranked among the nation's top 50 programs in their respective disciplines.
For the most up-to-date selection of majors and programs offered, visit slu.edu/majors-and-programs.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Accounting *
Aeronautics ^
Aerospace Engineering
African American Studies
American Studies *
Analytics and Enterprise Systems
Anthropology
Art History
Athletic Training *
Aviation Management ^
Biochemistry
Biology * ^
Biomedical Engineering
Biostatistics
Chemistry *
Civil Engineering
Classical Humanities
Communication * ^
Communication Sciences and Disorders *
Computer Engineering
Computer Information Systems ^
Computer Science *
Criminology and Criminal Justice *
Economics
Education ^
Electrical Engineering * ^
Engineering Physics
English * ^
Entrepreneurship
Environmental Science ^
Environmental Studies ^
Finance
Forensic Science
French *
General Studies
Geology
Geophysics
German Studies
Greek and Latin Languages and Literature
Health Information Management
Health Management
Health Sciences
History *
Information Technology Management
Interdisciplinary Engineering
International Business *
International Studies
Investigative and Medical Sciences
Italian Studies
Latin American Studies
Leadership and Human Resource Management
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Marketing
Mathematics *
Mechanical Engineering
Medical Laboratory Science
Medieval Studies
Meteorology *
Music ^
Neuroscience
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Nursing * ^ »
Nutrition and Dietetics * ^
Occupational Science
Organizational Studies
Organizational Leadership and Technology
Philosophy * ^
Physics
Physical Therapy (direct-entry doctoral program)
Political Science *
Project Management
Psychology *»
Public Health *
Radiation Therapy
Russian Studies
Security and Strategic Intelligence
Social Work *
Sociology * ^
Spanish *
Sports Business
Studio Art ^
Theatre
Theological Studies * ^
Women's and Gender Studies *
ADDITIONAL GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Anatomy
Applied Analytics
Applied Behavior Analysis
Applied Financial Economics
Aviation
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
Business Administration
Curriculum and Instruction
Dentistry »
Educational Foundations
Educational Leadership
Family Therapy
Geographic Information Sciences
Geoscience
Health Administration
Health Care Ethics
Health Data Science
Health Outcomes Research and Evaluation Science
Higher Education Administration
Integrated and Applied Sciences
International Business and Marketing
Law »
Leadership and Organizational Development
Medicine
Molecular Imaging and Therapeutics
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Occupational Therapy »
Pathology
Pharmacological and Physiological Science
Physician Assistant
Public Administration
Public and Social Policy
Public Health, Biosecurity and Disaster Preparedness
Public Health Studies
Software Engineering
Special Education
Supply Chain Management
Sustainability
Urban Planning and Development
* Indicates graduate program offered
^ Indicates undergraduate concentrations offered
» Indicates graduate concentrations offered
Majors and Degrees Offered
Academics at Saint Louis University are rigorous, ambitious, enriching and worthwhile. SLU ranks amount the nation's top 100 research universities and offers over 80 different majors stemming from the humanities and liberal arts to engineering and flight to health care and biology. SLU also offers a robust array of professional and graduate programs for those students seeking to further their education.
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
8:1
Total Faculty
1,259
with Terminal Degree
905
685
Women
574
Men
232
Minority
72
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
73%
Graduate in 5 years
80%
Graduate in 6 years
81%
Majors
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AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Food Science and Technology, Other.
-
AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
African-American/Black Studies.
American/United States Studies/Civilization.
Women's Studies.
-
BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biostatistics.
Neuroscience.
-
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Managerial Economics.
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
Finance, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Management Science.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Organizational Behavior Studies.
Organizational Leadership.
Project Management.
-
COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication, General.
-
COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Science.
-
EDUCATION.
Education, General.
-
ENGINEERING.
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering.
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering.
Civil Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, General.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering.
-
ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
-
FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
French Language and Literature.
German Language and Literature.
Italian Language and Literature.
Russian Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
-
HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Bioethics/Medical Ethics.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other.
Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician.
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist.
Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry.
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist.
Occupational Therapy/Therapist.
Public Health, General.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
-
HISTORY.
History, General.
-
HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management.
Securities Services Administration/Management.
-
LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Legal Studies, General.
-
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
-
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
-
MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Classical, Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology.
Nutrition Sciences.
-
NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.
-
PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
-
PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy, Other.
Philosophy.
-
PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
-
PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
-
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
-
SCIENCE TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS.
Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician.
-
SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Geographic Information Science and Cartography.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
-
THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Theology/Theological Studies.
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TRANSPORTATION AND MATERIALS MOVING.
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General.
-
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music, General.
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management.
Students Say
As one of the first institutions of higher learning west of the Mississippi River, Saint Louis University lives up to its over 200-year academic legacy: "At SLU, there is a lot of emphasis on academic success, and the very rigorous classes make it imperative that you focus." This mid-sized university offers a whopping 97 bachelor degree programs, each featuring a variety of large-lecture and small-discussion based formats, and even hybrids of the two. Impressively, students suggest that even in large courses, they were "able to connect with not only other classmates and teaching assistants, but...with my professors." Other students revel in the way programs make learning concrete, whether that's from a nursing student getting "so many clinical hours in very diverse fields" or "lots of opportunities to perform independent guided research as an undergraduate." The list goes on, citing classes that utilize "flight simulators" and backing up the study of world religions by visiting "a Hindu temple, Muslim mosque, and Buddhist meditation center."
Courses may be challenging, but students point to the personal support they receive from their instructors: "I truly believe that the professors I've encountered at Saint Louis University want their students to succeed. The Dean of Students is a wonderful individual and a great resource, and SLU's President is incredible," raves one second-year student. "I have never felt more supported by academic staff ever," adds another. "I have always felt like a student AND a person in my classrooms, and teachers are always one email or text away." As one third-year puts it, "SLU actively does its best to ensure that students succeed academically, professionally, and personally." This extends not just to the academics to but also to "generous financial aid" and professional resources in tutoring, time-management, and career: "With these, I could handle anything that college would throw at me."
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Eleonore Stump, Ph.D.
Robert J. Henle Professor of Philosophy, Philosophy
Thomas Shippey, Ph.D.
Walter J. Ong, S.J., Chair of Humanities, English
Robert Belshe, M.D.
Professor, Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases
Prominent Alumni
Fernando Abilleira
Deputy mission manager for Mars 2020 at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Mike Isaacson
Tony Award-winning Broadway producer
Marianne Muellerleile
Actress
James Gunn
Screenwriter and Director of Guardians of the Galaxy and other films
Gene Kranz
Former NASA Flight Director, instrumental in safely returning Apollo 13
Brian McBride
Former professional soccer player and current general manager of the U.S. men's national team
Garry Wills
Author, columnist and Pulitzer Prize winner
Academic Rating
82/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
73%
Graduate in 5 years
80%
Graduate in 6 years
81%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Information from PayScale:
Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$65,400
Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$110,500
Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$68,600
Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$121,900
Percent High Job Meaning
56%
Percent STEM
16%
Students Say
SLU students are looking for “careers that strive to improve our society and our own wellbeing.” The faculty is more than willing to help students outside of established class or office hours, and many offer “valuable career advice, support, and connections.” Career Services invites students to drop into the Career Lab or utilize a variety of online material to prepare them for the workforce. In addition to PowerPoints on “Adulting” or “From Backpack to Briefcase: Expectations for a New Professional,” Career Services releases audio and video career development content on their podcast The Launch Pod and YouTube channel SLUcareers, respectively. Internships, jobs, and employer campus visits are posted on Handshake, and students can network with alumni through SLUConnections or discover opportunities abroad with Interstride and GoinGlobal. And in anticipation of high-stakes interviews, the mock interview tool BigInterview provides virtual coaching to students that is tailored to their fields of interest and experience levels. Saint Louis University graduates surveyed by PayScale.com report a median starting salary of $63,500, and 59% of graduates find meaning in their work.
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
Annual tuition for full-time undergraduate students is $44,700. Room and board amounts to approximately $12,832 per student (depending on specific residence hall and board plan). Fees average $724 per year.
Financial Aid
Saint Louis University remains committed to keeping its one-of-a-kind education within reach and understands the sacrifices students and families make for quality education. SLU is dedicated to serving others, in part, by providing financial access to an unparalleled and life-changing educational experience.
In 2019, 97 percent of SLU's first-time freshmen received some sort of scholarship or financial assistance.
Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, talents, service, leadership and financial need. In addition to SLU's financial aid programs, the state of Missouri and the federal government also provide assistance.
Contact SLU's Office of Student Financial Services at 314-977-2350, 800-SLU-FOR-U or sfs@slu.edu.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$38,896
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$35,827
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,335
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
57%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$29,596
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$52,260
Required Fees
$984
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,070
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
$2,120
On-Campus Room and Board
$14,570
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Nursing Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
88/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
Students participate in more than 175 clubs, honor societies and service organizations; 18 NCAA Division I teams; intramural sports; and community service efforts that see 85 percent of SLU students volunteering at least once during the academic year.
Talent and commitment matter at SLU, and high levels of energy and dedication exist in everything Saint Louis University students pursue: academic societies, athletics, performing arts and media groups, student government, cultural and political organizations, and fraternities and sororities. SLU's multicultural organizations highlight and celebrate the diversity of the University community, and a variety of faith-based organizations support and challenge students as they explore their own faith traditions.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
7,396
Demographics
14.27%
Asian
9.53%
Black
8.75%
Hispanic
56.66%
Caucasian
4.40%
International
60% female
40% male
56% are out of state
91% are full time
9% are part time
Students Say
The SLU community hails from 87 different countries, and many students take pride in the diversity celebrated on the SLU campus: "We host a lot of international students as well as students from different socioeconomic, cultural, and geographical backgrounds. I love getting to learn about other students' experiences and how they differ from mine." Even with so many different backgrounds, a shared passion for enriching the "mind, body, heart, and spirit" unites the student body. "I've found that the overwhelming majority of my peers are supportive of me as an academic and as a whole person, emotionally and spiritually." One first-year student explains, "My peers are helpful, friendly, positive, happy, and ignited with a passion for social justice." Overall, these ambitious students "are here to create a better future."
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
At Saint Louis University, students are in the center of everything, whether studying at SLU's Midtown St. Louis campus or SLU's international campus in Madrid, Spain.
ST. LOUIS: SLU's beautiful urban campus in Midtown St. Louis stretches across more than 230 acres of lush greenery, flowers and fountains. Students and visitors alike appreciate the unique vibe of a close-knit community nestled in the middle of a dynamic city.
The St. Louis metro region boasts nearly 3 million people. The city's mix of Midwestern friendliness and large-city amenities has helped St. Louis garner its ranking as one of the best cities for young professionals. In 2019, St. Louis grabbed the No. 1 spot on 'Forbes' "Happiest Cities for Job-Seeking Grads" list. The city also is home to the iconic Gateway Arch and a variety of cultural, historical and sporting attractions.
Students love cheering on the SLU Billikens. The only NCAA Division I school in town, SLU fields teams in 11 different sports, and the Billikens have earned many accolades, including 10 NCAA men's soccer championships &mdash more than any other team in the United States.
MADRID: In 1967, SLU became one of first American universities to establish a foreign campus. Each semester, 800+ students from 50+ countries pursue their studies at SLU-Madrid. Southern Europe's greenest city, Madrid offers refreshing parks and a beautiful riverside promenade. The historic central district is easy to cross on foot, and the barrios popular among students are only a few metro stops away &mdash Madrid's mass transit system is among the best in the world.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
During the past three decades, Saint Louis University improvements and expansions have totaled approximately $850 million. In recent years, the University completed some of the most significant building projects in its history, including the $82 million Edward A. Doisy Research Center, which offers SLU's innovative researchers a world-class facility.
SLU's on-campus housing options include two residence halls, reflecting a nearly $115 million investment in student housing. On track for a 2020 completion, the University is adding 10,000 square feet of new state-of-the-art research space to campus in the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building.
Also on campus is the 10,600-seat Chaifetz Arena, which is the home of Billiken basketball and also hosts many of the country's top entertainment acts, and SLU's 70,000-square-foot Center for Global Citizenship. Students can enjoy countless recreational activities at the university's 120,000-square-foot Simon Recreation Center, which features indoor basketball and handball courts, a bouldering wall and an indoor pool.
Off-Campus Opportunities
ST. LOUIS: Midtown St. Louis offers access to affordable living as well as the excitement of the Grand Center arts district, the cultural heart of St. Louis. The booming performing arts neighborhood features opportunities to experience world-class art, theater, dance and music just steps away from SLU's campus.
Minutes away by car, bus or light rail train, students can explore Forest Park, the 1904 World's Fair site that's larger than even New York City's Central Park and home to the city's world-class art museum, zoo, science center and history museum &mdash all free to the public. Check out the Delmar Loop, one of the "10 Great Streets in America," or head to "The Hill," a nationally noted neighborhood for authentic Italian cuisine, including St. Louis' famous toasted ravioli. Then go downtown to catch a game. St. Louis is noted for being one of the nation's best sports cities, and residents root for the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, St. Louis Blues hockey team, and a bevy of independent sports teams.
MADRID: The city of Madrid is home to 230,000 university students. It's a cosmopolitan capital, a metropolis alive with learning and all that Spanish life has to offer, from flamenco shows to late-night tapas.
Madrid offers cultural experiences to rival any city in Europe, including a Royal Palace, a train station designed by Eiffel, countless theaters, museums and glorious churches. Gorgeous fountains with splashing waters can be found at the intersections of the city's grand, tree-lined avenues, and the city's beautiful parks are ideal for weekend picnics or morning runs.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
54%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
86/99
First-Year Students living on campus
88%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Frat Sorority
Other
Theme Housing
Other
Theme Housing
Students Say
Saint Louis University looks for well-rounded students, and to that end offers a robust suite of extracurricular activities and opportunities for service. Among student favorites are the theater program, music program, mock trial, sporting events, and student government. One student enjoys the Micah Program "where we serve [the] community as tutors for elementary-aged kids," and the Billiken Success Program "where we help with new-student events." Warm weather brings even more opportunities for students to come together, "When the weather is nice students will hang hammocks from the trees on campus... They'll play frisbee on the quad or sit with friends and talk in the shade. Our campus comes alive when the weather is warm." Students also remind us that "Saint Louis University is known not only for its large STEM programs, but for having ... great soccer and basketball teams."
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Center for Accessibility and Disability Resources
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
See Disability Services Website: https://www.slu.edu/life-at-slu/student-success-center/accessibility-and-disability-resources/index.phpDocumentation Required for ADHD
See Disability Services Website: https://www.slu.edu/life-at-slu/student-success-center/accessibility-and-disability-resources/index.phpSpecial Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
Number of Honor Societies
Number of Social Sororities
Number of Religious Organizations
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Billikens)
9 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Billikens)
11 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Field Hockey
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Diving
Field Hockey
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Washington University in St. Louis
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
https://www.slu.edu/its/downloads-and-discounts/index.php
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Other trainings description:
Jed
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
