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St. Louis Colleges and Schools

Colleges in St. Louis, Missouri

There are at least 31 colleges in St. Louis, listed and described below. These schools represent 96,660 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 67,883 full-time students, and a reported 14,831 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Webster University, Saint Louis University-Main Campus, University of Missouri-St Louis and Washington University in St Louis. For a prestigious selective school, you might want to look at Washington University in St Louis, Webster University or Saint Louis University-Main Campus.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Missouri Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

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DeVry University
St. Louis, Missouri

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management
St. Louis, Missouri

Offers MBA and Master's degree management programs. Located at several sites in the United States and Canada

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Graduate Certificate, Master

University of Phoenix
St. Louis, Missouri

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

Brown Mackie College
St. Louis, Missouri

Offers degree and certificate programs in business, health care, legal assistance, and computer technology. Located at 18 campuses throughout the U.S.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Science And Laboratory Technician, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

L'Ecole Culinaire
St. Louis, Missouri

Offers career training and associate degree programs in the culinary field. Located in St. Louis, Missouri

  • Programs: Cooking And Culinary Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

St. Louis Colleges with Open Admissions

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Divas Unlimited Academy
3306 Brown Rd
St Louis, Missouri 63114

  • Programs: personal grooming, cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 4 students, 15 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Elaine Steven Beauty College
10420 W Florissant
Saint Louis, Missouri 63136-5618

  • Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist, aesthetician and skin care.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 193 students, 211 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Harris-Stowe State University
3026 Laclede Ave
Saint Louis, Missouri 63103-2136

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: business management, elementary school teaching, criminal justice and safety, accounting, health care administration, interdisciplinary studies, information science, secondary teaching.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,882 students, 1,348 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 228 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

National Academy of Beauty Arts Saint Louis
157 Concord Plz Lower Level
Saint Louis, Missouri 63128-0000

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 357 students, 364 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Ranken Technical College
4431 Finney Ave
Saint Louis, Missouri 63113-2811

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: industrial electronics tech, automobile mechanics, HVAC tech, autobody repair, carpentry, machinist, instrumentation tech, plumbing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,743 students, 1,491 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Saint Louis Community College-Florissant Valley
3400 Pershall Rd
Saint Louis, Missouri 63135

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, child care provider, quality control tech, criminal justice and police, human services, sign language translation, legal assistant, American Sign Language.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 6,250 students, 4,276 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Saint Louis Community College-Forest Park
5600 Oakland Ave
Saint Louis, Missouri 63110

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, chef training, automobile mechanics, radiographer, funeral direction, dental hygienist, tourism and travel.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 7,230 students, 4,799 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

St Louis College of Health Careers Saint Louis
909 South Taylor Avenue
Saint Louis, Missouri 63110

  • Programs: medical assistant, medical billing, pharmacy tech, massage therapy, allied health and medical assisting, nursing assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 285 students, 447 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colleges in St. Louis with Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2008-2009 information.

Aquinas Institute of Theology
23 S. Spring Ave.
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

  • Programs: theological and ministerial studies, theology, ministry.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's.
  • Student Body: 245 students, 130 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing
4483 Duncan Avenue
Saint Louis, Missouri 63110

  • Programs: registered nursing, health service and sciences.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 632 students, 763 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Concordia Seminary
801 Seminary Place
Saint Louis, Missouri 63105-3196

  • Programs: ministry, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's.
  • Student Body: 660 students, 514 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 271 student capacity.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

Covenant Theological Seminary
12330 Conway Road
Saint Louis, Missouri 63141-8697

  • Programs: theology, pastoral counseling, religious education.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's.
  • Student Body: 794 students, 552 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 325 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Fontbonne University
6800 Wydown Blvd
Saint Louis, Missouri 63105-3098

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, education, organizational behavior, human resources management, speech pathology, special ed, dietitian, art studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,969 students, 2,553 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 280 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Kenrick Glennon Seminary
5200 Glennon Dr
Saint Louis, Missouri 63119-4399

  • Programs: theology, ministry.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 70 students.
  • Dorms: 110 student capacity.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Lutheran School of Nursing
3547 S Jefferson Ave
Saint Louis, Missouri 63118

  • Programs: various nursing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 151 students, 151 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 25 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Maryville University of Saint Louis
650 Maryville University Drive
Saint Louis, Missouri 63141-7299

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business, registered nursing, accounting, medical preparatory, superintendency and administration, physical therapy, psychology, curriculum and instruction.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 3,422 students, 2,818 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 626 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-580. Math: 470-650.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Missouri Baptist University
One College Park Dr
Saint Louis, Missouri 63141-8698

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: teacher education, business management, school counseling, elementary school teaching, superintendency and administration, secondary school administration, elementary/middle school admin, psychology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 4,598 students, 3,449 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 225 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 410-470. Math: 375-535.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Patricia Stevens College
330 North Fourth Street, Suite 306
Saint Louis, Missouri 63102-2008

  • Programs: interior design, retail, legal assistant, business management, tourism and travel, office management, administrative assistant, fashion merchandising.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 150 students, 243 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Saint Louis University-Main Campus
221 N Grand Blvd
Saint Louis, Missouri 63103-2097

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, law, registered nursing, medicine, communication studies, biology, psychology, social work.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 15,539 students, 10,122 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 3,542 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 540-650. Math: 550-660.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

St Louis College of Pharmacy
4588 Parkview Pl
Saint Louis, Missouri 63110-1088

  • Programs: pharmacy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,156 students, 660 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 380 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

St Louis Hair Academy
3701 Kossuth
Saint Louis, Missouri 63107-1737

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 23 students, 44 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

University of Missouri-St Louis
One University Boulevard
Saint Louis, Missouri 63121-4400

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business, registered nursing, elementary school teaching, accounting, psychology, communication studies, criminology, social work.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 15,527 students, 9,650 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,675 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Math: 520-620.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Washington University in St Louis
One Brookings Drive
Saint Louis, Missouri 63130-4899

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, law, psychology, social work, finance, economics, biology, biomedical engineering.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 13,382 students, 10,253 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 6,419 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 680-760. Math: 700-780.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Webster University
470 E Lockwood Ave.
Saint Louis, Missouri 63119-3194

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, counseling psychology, human resources management, human resources development, MIS, security and protective services, international relations, teacher education and development.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 19,398 students, 13,030 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 725 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 570-630. Math: 535-620. Writing: 590-645.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

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(2000)
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