Saint Louis University

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Saint Louis University

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Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic institutions. Rooted in Jesuit values and our pioneering history as the first university west of the Mississippi River, SLU offers more than 13,500 students a rigorous, transformative education of the whole person. At the core of our diverse community of scholars is our service-focused mission, which challenges and prepares students to make the world a better, more just place.

SLU offers four application paths for all first-time freshman applicants: Early Decision I, Early Decision II, Early Action and Regular Decision. The Early Decision I deadline is Nov. 1. The Early Decision II deadline is Jan. 16. The Early Action Deadline is Dec. 1. Regular Decision applications are preferred by April 15. Solid academic performance in college preparatory coursework is a primary consideration when we review your freshman application. To be considered for admission, you must be graduating from high school, transferring from another college or university, have an acceptable HiSET exam score or take the General Education Development (GED) test. Standardized test scores are optional.

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Academic Programs

Art & Design
Business
Communication
Design
Economics
Education
Engineering
Finance/Accounting
Government/Political Science
Health Science
Liberal Arts
Music
Nursing
Performing Arts
Research
Science
Social Science
Technology
Visual Arts

Student experience

Athletics
Co-op/Internship Opportunities
Disability Services
Distance/online learning
Experiential Learning
Intramural/Club Sports
LGBTQIA Services
Military/Veteran Services
Night Class Offerings
On-Campus Housing
ROTC Program
Religious Affiliation
Service/Service Learning
Study Abroad
Undergraduate Research

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

We offer nearly 80 undergraduate majors across 10 colleges and schools, both on our St. Louis, Missouri and Madrid, Spain campuses. Putting their best-value education to work, our graduates start nonprofits, discover new vaccines and teach in under-resourced schools. They become business leaders at the biggest companies and servants to those in need. Solid academic performance in college preparatory coursework is a primary consideration when we review your freshman application. To be considered for admission, you must be graduating from high school, have an acceptable HiSET exam score or take the General Education Development (GED) test. Standardized test scores are optional. SLU offers four application paths for all first-time freshmen. For application deadline information please visit https://www.slu.edu/admission/freshman/deadlines.php.

Transfer

SLU offers rolling admission for transfer students and does not have application deadlines for most programs. Transfer majors with deadlines are accelerated BSN, occupational therapy and communication sciences and disorders (leveling option). Submit official copies of transcripts from every college or university where you’ve attempted credit. This includes original transcripts for college-level coursework you completed during high school, even if those courses also appear as transferred-in credit on a later transcript. If you have fewer than 24 credit hours at the time you apply for admission, you must submit an official high school transcript with graduation date and test scores.

Additional Information

The value of a Saint Louis University education is measured not in the facts you will retain but in the person you will become. It’s our goal to remove financial barriers that may stand in the way. Admission to SLU is based on achievement, ambition and personal potential – not on your financial resources or ability to pay. We offer a wealth of scholarships ranging from $4,000 to full tuition and financial aid programs to recognize academic performance and ensure no student who belongs here will be kept away by cost. The one-of-a-kind Billiken Promise offers affordability, experiential learning, global immersion and wellness initiatives to help students succeed and grow during their time at SLU. We encourage students to file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to maximize their aid eligibility. For more information, click here.

Visit us

When you tour Saint Louis University, you’ll not only experience campus and connect with the Billiken community, you’ll be invited to imagine something more. From a variety of event options to customizable daily tours, you’re sure to find a visit event at SLU that works for you and your family. To explore our visit offerings, visit here.

If you cannot make it to campus in person, we also offer a virtual walking tour of campus and a fully personalized digital viewbook. Discover the many ways we bring the SLU experience to you!