SLU Description
Saint Louis University (SLU) has a proud academic tradition spanning nearly 200 years. A leading research university, SLU offers rigorous academics in a personalized learning environment. The school maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of about 13:1, with an average class size under 25.
SLU comprises nearly 20 schools, colleges and academic divisions. More than 85 undergraduate majors are available, as well as a number of graduate degree programs. In addition to these opportunities, many SLU students choose to take classes abroad at the university’s second campus in Madrid, Spain.
Though it prides itself on its strong academics, Saint Louis University places equal importance on personal growth. Student life at SLU offers a wide range of ways to get involved, from athletics to ministry to community service.
To apply for financial aid at SLU, you must complete the FAFSA. The university also offers merit awards, renewable for four years, to incoming students. These awards are based on your high school GPA. Financial aid is also available for graduate programs; contact the appropriate department for more information.
SLU’s admissions process varies based on the type of application. The priority deadline for most scholarship consideration is December 1, but special programs, including graduate programs, may have different deadlines and procedures. Visit SLU’s website for more information.
Quick Facts about Saint Louis University
Location
Midwest
Setting
Large City Setting
Type
Private
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
Size
Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Billikens
Nickname
SLU
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
Selectivity
Selective
In-State Tuition
$33,470
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,470
Retention Rate
84%
Enrollment
13,584
Year Established
1818
SLU Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 11,187
- Freshman Class
- 1,756
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 13,584
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 82%
- Graduate
- 18%
Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students
- Full-Time
- 99%
- Part-Time
- 1%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 29%
- Out-of-State
- 71%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 58%
- Men
- 42%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 6%
- Asian
- 5%
- Caucasian
- 77%
- Latino
- 2%
- Other
- 10%
Students State Origin
- Missouri
- 29%
- Illinois
- 27%
- Ohio
- 4%
- Texas
- 2%
- Wisconsin
- 2%
- Other
- 36%
International Students
- International
- 5%
- Domestic
- 95%
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