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Saint Louis University, or SLU, is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri. It was founded in 1818 by the Society of Jesus and is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. It is one of the member institutions of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The main campus covers 244 acres.
SLU has more than 12 different academic divisions. It enrolls more than 12,000 students every term, representing all 50 states and more than 80 foreign countries. Its undergraduate program is currently ranked in the top 100 of U.S. News and World Report's 2009 rankings of "America's Best Colleges".
SLU's athletic teams compete in NCAA's Division I and the Atlantic 10 Conference. Their sports teams are known as the Billikens.
Students commonly pursue studies in medicine.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 540. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 550 and 660.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Saint Louis University is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
The school has 15,539 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
Saint Louis University offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Saint Louis University values student athletics, and belongs to the Atlantic 10 Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Saint Louis University Main Campus
221 N Grand Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63103-2097
General Phone: (314) 977-2222
http://www.imagine.slu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 550 | business management, accounting, international business, organizational behavior, finance, purchasing and contract management, international marketing |
| Law | 270 | law, international law, health tax |
| Liberal Arts | 235 | political science, English, Spanish language, history, sociology, American studies, urban studies, French language, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 229 | registered nursing |
| Medicine | 194 | medicine, public health, orthodontology, endodontology, periodontics |
| Science | 182 | biology, chemistry, atmospheric sciences, microbiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, physics, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 182 | education, educational administration, school counseling, teacher ed, higher education administration, elementary school teaching |
| Therapy and Counseling | 173 | psychology, physical therapy, medical ethids, marriage and family therapy, organizational psychology |
| Family and Social Work | 133 | social work, food and nutrition, public administration, public policy analysis |
| Medical Support and Technology | 131 | audiology and speech pathology, physician assistant, clinical and medical lab science, clinical lab tech, nuclear medical tech, cytotechnologist |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 112 | exercise science, occupational therapy |
| Media | 105 | communication studies, organizational communications |
| Engineering | 89 | aerospace engineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering |
| Medical Administration | 60 | health services administration, health care facilities management, medical records admin, health care administration |
| Religion and Philosophy | 58 | philosophy, theology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 37 | corrections |
| Transportation | 31 | commercial pilot and flight crew, aviation operations |
| Hospitality | 29 | hospitality management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 26 | computer and info science |
| Fine Arts | 18 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics, systems science and theory, applied mathematics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 10 | drama |
| Architecture and Planning | 6 | urban planning |
| Music | 2 | music |
| Engineering Technician | 2 | mechanical engineering tech, aerospace engineering tech |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 1 | environmental science |
Number of programs and degrees for Saint Louis University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,538 | 61 |
| Master's degree | 731 | 46 |
| First-professional degree | 411 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 152 | 24 |
| Post-master's certificate | 25 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 16 | 6 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 3 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Saint Louis University had a total enrollment of 15,539 students (10,122 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 70% |
| Graduate | 21% |
| First Professional | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 22% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 36% |
| Illinois | 26% |
| Ohio | 6% |
| Texas | 5% |
| Wisconsin | 4% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Nebraska | 2% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Kansas | 2% |
| California | 2% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
| Part-Time | 43 % |
Saint Louis University offers campus housing for 3,542 of its 10,122 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Louis, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 10 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 10,023 | 7,261 | 72% | 1,630 | 22% |
| Men | 4,155 | 3,090 | 74% | 704 | 23% |
| Women | 5,868 | 4,171 | 71% | 926 | 22% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 550 | 660 |
| ACT Verbal | 24 | 31 |
| ACT Math | 24 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 24 | 30 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 29% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 84% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 30,728 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 30,728 |
| Room and board | $ 8,790 |
| Room charge | $ 4,900 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,860 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
| Other expenses | $ 6,224 |
Financial Aid:
Saint Louis University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 250600)
Saint Louis University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 360 | 125 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 108 | 88 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 259 | 265 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 21 | $142,943 | 4 | $102,097 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 16 | $95,113 | 16 | $84,998 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 6 | $79,667 | 20 | $68,363 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $57,467 | 18 | $53,713 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 46 | $112,478 | 58 | $70,732 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 109 | $107,626 | 27 | $101,623 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 119 | $74,680 | 80 | $70,054 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 81 | $65,482 | 108 | $62,218 |
| Instructor | academic year | 22 | $55,700 | 20 | $52,475 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 333 | $81,985 | 235 | $68,584 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Baseball | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Track | Atlantic 10 Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 19 | 24 | 43 |
| Track | 2 | 5 | 7 |
| Basketball | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Baseball | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| All Other Sports | 12 | 16 | 28 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
International Marketing
Organizational Behavior Studies
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Public Administration
Public Policy Analysis
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LAW
Health Law (LLM, MJ, JSD/SJD)
International Law and Legal Studies (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Systems Science and Theory
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Organizational Communication, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Health Services Administration
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Endodontics/Endodontology (Cert, MS, PhD)
Medicine (MD)
Orthodontics/Orthodontology (Cert, MS, PhD)
Periodontics/Periodontology (Cert, MS, PhD)
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Anatomy
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Epidemiology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Geophysics and Seismology
Microbiology, General
Molecular Biology
Pharmacology
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Bioethics/Medical Ethics
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
TRANSPORTATION
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
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What Sets Saint Louis University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 4% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) Offers athletic scholarships Has hospital on campus NCAA athletic conference member
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