Overview
Saint Louis University is a accessible private four-year institution in Saint Louis, Missouri. The school accepts 84.7% of applicants and enrolls 7,324 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 84.7%
- Average SAT
- 1,305
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,210–1,400
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 29
- Total Enrollment
- 7,324
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
You'll apply through the Common Application with your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and either SAT or ACT scores. Saint Louis University has rolling admissions with no specific deadline, though you should apply by December 1 for priority scholarship consideration.
Several programs require additional steps beyond the standard application. The Parks College of Engineering, Aviation and Technology asks for a supplemental essay. Nursing requires a separate application to the Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing, typically due in February for fall admission. The physical therapy and occupational therapy programs are highly competitive doctoral programs that require specific prerequisites and separate applications.
Housing applications open in February, and you'll want to submit yours early since popular residence halls fill quickly. First-year students must live on campus unless they live within 35 miles of the university. The Billiken Bounty meal plan is required for all students living in residence halls.
Your enrollment deposit secures your spot and housing preference. New student orientation happens throughout the summer, and you'll register for classes during your session. The university operates on a semester system starting in late August.
Saint Louis University sits in the Midtown neighborhood, about four miles from downtown. The campus borders Forest Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country. You can take the MetroLink light rail system directly from campus to downtown St. Louis or Lambert Airport.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $27,075/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $53,244
- Students Receiving Aid
- 15%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 79.8%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $70,783/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 88.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Saint Louis University require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Saint Louis University is test-optional, meaning SAT or ACT scores are not required for most applicants. Students can choose whether or not to submit test scores as part of their application.
What is the application deadline for Saint Louis University?
Saint Louis University has rolling admissions with priority deadlines of December 1 for fall semester and November 1 for spring semester. Applications are reviewed as they are received until classes are full.
Does Saint Louis University offer early decision or early action?
Saint Louis University offers non-binding early action with a December 1 deadline. The school does not have an early decision program.
How many credits can transfer students bring to Saint Louis University?
Saint Louis University accepts up to 90 transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions. Transfer applicants need a minimum 2.5 GPA from their previous college coursework.