Saint Louis University

Contact Us

Email: admission@slu.edu

Transfer Admissions Email: transfer@slu.edu

Phone: (314) 977-2500

About Us

Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic institutions. Rooted in Jesuit values and its pioneering history as the first university west of the Mississippi River, SLU offers nearly 13,000 students a rigorous, transformative education of the whole person. At the core of the University’s diverse community of scholars is SLU’s service-focused mission, which challenges and prepares students to make the world a better, more just place.

Quick Facts

School Setting: Urban

Undergrad Population: 8,072

Average Class Size: 26

Institution Type: Private

Application Deadline for Fall 2021: Rolling admission with a December 1 priority deadline

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Top 3 Things to Know About Us!

  1. 97% of freshman receive some type of financial aid, with an average financial aid package of $34,000

  2. All majors are Direct Entry at SLU and we offer early acceptance to our medical school and accelerated majors in areas like Physical Therapy.

  3. SLU is nationally recognized for its community engagement and our students completed over 1.98 million hours of community service last year.