Saint Louis University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: Approximately 81.5%
Average High School GPA: 3.9
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1210–1430
ACT Range: 26–31Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 8,502
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic (Jesuit)
Political Leaning: Generally liberal, with active student political engagement
Tuition & Fees: $54,760
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance: Approximately $77,110
Average Financial Aid Package: Varies based on need; SLU meets a significant portion of demonstrated financial need
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: St. Louis, Missouri
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Midwest
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 31°F (-0.5°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 80°F (27°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 41 inches (1,041 mm)
Nearest Airport: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) — Approximately 14 miles (20-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @slu_official
Swim Team Instagram: Saint Louis Swim
Twitter (X): @SLU_Official
Facebook: Saint Louis University
LinkedIn: Saint Louis University
YouTube: Saint Louis University
TikTok: @slu_official
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Atlantic 10 Conference
Nickname: Billikens
Mascot: The Billiken
Athletic Website: SLU Billikens
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Simon Recreation Center
Head Coach: Mary Woods
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #8 in Atlantic 10
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #11 in Atlantic 10
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U.S. News College Rankings
#105 in National Universities (tie)
#168 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Forbes Top Colleges
#162
#91
In Private Colleges
#120
In Research Universities
#21
In The Midwest
America's Best Employers By State 2022
#187
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: A-
Diversity: A
Athletics: B+
Professors: A
Dorms: B-
Student Life: B+
Value: B
Campus: B
Party Scene: B+
Location: A-
Campus Food: B-
Safety: C+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #172 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #235 of 1,332
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