Saint Louis University
About Saint Louis University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Saint Louis University is a private Jesuit research university in St. Louis, Missouri. It is the oldest university west of the Mississippi and offers strong programs in health sciences, law, business, and aviation.
Founded
1818
Location
Saint Louis, Missouri
Students
13,913
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
75%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
79.5%
Near national average
Tuition
$55,760
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,398
After financial aid
SAT Average
1317
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$70,783
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Dec 1
Regular
Apr 1
Saint Louis University accepts the majority of applicants at 75%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1317/ 1600
ACT Scores
30/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
79.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
87.8%
4-Year Grad
73%
6-Year Grad
80%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
63.4%
$/Student
$17.0K
Class Size
Small
73% graduate in 4 years, and 87.8% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$55,760
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,280
Books & Supplies
$1,070
Total Cost of Attendance
$71,932
After Financial Aid
$24,398
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,501
Receive Grants
16.9%
Take Loans
29.7%
Don't let the $55,760 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $24,398 after financial aid, a 56% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $22,501.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Saint Louis University fund their education.
While in School
16.9%
Get Grants
Free money
29.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$77,915
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $71K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Saint Louis University.
Gender
59.2%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,267
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
6,646
Graduates
22.4%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
6.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 22.4% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,267
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Saint Louis University fields 9 varsity teams with 478 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Atlantic 10
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
478
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
232
Men
246
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Saint Louis Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$70,783
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
220 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$77K
117 grads
4yr Earnings
Biology, General
$35K
103 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$34K
99 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$60K
89 grads
1yr Earnings
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
$22K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $61K at six years, $54K at eight, and $71K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.