Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | St. Louis, MO · Large city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 7,267 |
| Acceptance rate | 75% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1210–1400 · 9% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1180–1370 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 26–31 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 80% |
| First-year retention | 87% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 9:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $71,932 |
| Application fee | $0 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 1, 2026
- Early Decision II: Jan 15, 2027
- Early Action: Dec 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Rolling
Most popular majors: Health professions & nursing, Business, Engineering, Biology, Parks, recreation & fitness.
SLU campus map
On campus
Catholic Studies Centre, Chaifetz Arena, Harris-Stowe State University, Pius XII Memorial Library, Simon Recreation Center, Kelly Auditorium, Saint Louis University Museum of Art.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Chipotle, Snarf's Sandwiches, Humphrey's Restaurant & Tavern, Midtown Sushi & Ramen, Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe, Jimmy John's
- Coffee: Bo.co Cafe, SweetArt Bakeshop + Café, Starbucks
- Nightlife: Curtain Call Lounge, UpBar STL, Plush, Hidden Gem
- Shops: VibeSzn, Sanctioned, Chunky's Vintage, Barnard Stamp Company, Urban Shark Bicycle Co., Golden Gems
- Museums and culture: The Fabulous Fox, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema City Foundry, Neon Museum of Saint Louis, The Improv Shop
- Groceries: Fresh Thyme
- Parks: Strauss Park, Tree Grove, Arts Academy Plaza, Park-Like, Spring Church
Nearest train: Grand.