Saint Louis University

Saint Louis, MO • private • I | A-10

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 11,619 • Total: 19,321

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

One North Grand Blvd
Saint Louis, MO
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Website

www.slu.edu

Region

Midwest

Carnegie Classification

R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 4,900 (42.2%) • Female: 6,719 (57.8%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	1,187	10.2%
Black/African American	992	8.5%
Hispanic/Latino	890	7.7%
White	7,304	62.9%
Two or More Races	580	5.0%
International	378	3.3%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

81.5%

12,527 admitted from 15,377 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 610-710
Math: 600-720
Total: 1210-1430

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

26-31

Application Types Offered

EA ED I ED II RD

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	12/01/2025
ED I:	11/01/2025
ED II:	01/15/2026
RD:	07/30/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

79.8%

4-Year Graduation Rate

72.9%

Freshman Retention Rate

89.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

14.7:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$71,110

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $54,760

Room & Board

$15,280

Books & Supplies

$1,070

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$22,501
$30,001-48,000	$21,854
$48,001-75,000	$21,880
$75,001-110,000	$21,702
$110,001+	$27,466

Students Receiving Pell Grants

67%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$30,911

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

I

Conference

A-10

Men's Sports (6)

Baseball Basketball Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

Women's Sports (8)

Basketball Field Hockey Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Saint Louis University

What is Saint Louis University's acceptance rate?

Saint Louis University accepts 81% of applicants, from 15,377 applications.

How much does Saint Louis University cost?

Tuition and fees are $54,760. Families earning under $30,000 pay $22,501 on average after aid.

Does Saint Louis University require SAT or ACT scores?

Saint Louis University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Saint Louis University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 26 and 31 on the ACT.

What is Saint Louis University's graduation rate?

80% of students graduate within six years.