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Saint Louis University
A Jesuit research university in Missouri with a well-established medical school and a campus in Madrid.
QS World #1001-1200QS World Rankings 2027
From USD 58,960Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1818University
12,229Students
About the university
Why students choose Saint Louis University
A Jesuit research university in Missouri with a well-established medical school and a campus in Madrid.
We place students here by direct application, which suits applicants whose grades and English result already meet the published entry requirements.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: Saint Louis University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
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Test-optional
SAT and ACT scores are optional for all undergraduate programs, and applicants who do not submit them are not disadvantaged.
English proficiency
International applicants need one of: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 110, PTE 54, SAT reading and writing 550 or ACT English 21. Scores are valid for two years.
Other ways to show English
Completing your entire high school curriculum in English, or a non-ESL college English course at a US institution, can also meet the requirement. Most new international students also sit SLU's writing exam for placement.
Pathway option
Students who do not meet direct-entry English requirements are encouraged to apply to the English language programs offered by INTO Saint Louis University.
Proof of funding
To receive an I-20 you must show financial support; SLU estimates about USD 70,000 for one year of undergraduate tuition and living costs.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Saint Louis University costs in 2026-27
Plus USD 1,000 fees; SLU estimates about USD 70,000 a year for undergraduate tuition and living costs
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at slu.edu. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateUSD 58,960per year
PostgraduateUSD 17,400per year
Merit scholarships (Billiken, Ignatian, University, Vice Presidents')Up to USD 19,500 per semester, as listed by SLUIncoming freshmen, including international applicants, are automatically considered based on academic record when they apply by December 1.
Presidential ScholarshipFull tuition for 10 semestersCompetitive award for first-time freshmen with a 3.85+ high school GPA; separate application and interview required.
Martin Luther King Jr. ScholarshipAverage total of USD 24,000Competitive award for first-time freshmen with a 3.25+ GPA who show leadership as agents of change; separate application by February 1.Programmes
Popular courses at Saint Louis University
Computer Science, B.S.
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Computer Science, B.S. to Artificial Intelligence, M.S. Accelerated
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Computer Science M.S.
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Nursing, M.S. (Accelerated)
21 months Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Saint Louis University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Saint Louis University is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Saint Louis University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does Saint Louis University cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees for 2026-27 start from USD 58,960 a year, depending on the course. Plus USD 1,000 fees; SLU estimates about USD 70,000 a year for undergraduate tuition and living costs
Does Saint Louis University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Merit scholarships (Billiken, Ignatian, University, Vice Presidents') (Up to USD 19,500 per semester, as listed by SLU); Presidential Scholarship (Full tuition for 10 semesters); Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship (Average total of USD 24,000). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Saint Louis University?
GESCO applies to Saint Louis University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Saint Louis University?
Saint Louis University is in United States. It was founded in 1818.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Saint Louis University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Saint Louis University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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