Saint Louis University Admissions 2022

  • Acceptance Rate: With an acceptance rate of 58%, SLU is a moderately competitive university. In 2021, Saint Louis University saw a total enrollment of 12,281 students from all 50 U.S. states and 72 countries. Also Check: Student Reviews of St. Louis University.
  • Admission Requirements: International students are required to have a minimum of 2.5 which is equivalent to 75 to 77% to secure admission in a PG program at St. Louis University. The university charges an application fee of USD 65 ( ~INR 4,853) for both domestic and international applicants.
  • Admission Deadline: Saint Louis University invites admission applications in the Fall and Spring sessions. The University has a rolling admission policy under which even if a student misses out on the timeline, they can still apply and get admission on an availability basis.

Highlights

Application Portal Undergraduate: SLU Application/Common Application
Graduate: SLU Graduate Portal
Application Fee 65 USD (Graduate)
Acceptance Rate 56%
Mode of Payment Credit Card, Money Order or Check
Academic Calendar Semester Based
Intake Seasons Fall/ Spring
English Proficiency Test Scores TOEFL/ IELTS/ PTE
ACT/SAT Test Scores Average SAT: 1170-1380
Average ACT: 25 - 30
Financial Aid Available
Work Experience Recommended for Business Programs
International Students Contact international@slu.edu

Saint Louis University Application Deadlines

For all first-time freshmen candidates, Saint Louis University has three applications. The entrance pathways listed below are exclusively available to first-time freshmen candidates.

Type Deadline
Early Decision Application Deadline (binding) Nov. 1
Early Action Application Deadline (non-binding) Dec. 1
Regular Decision Application Deadline April 1

Saint Louis University International Admissions

There is hardly any difference in the admission procedure for international and domestic students. International students however need to meet additional requirements to study in the USA.

Application Portal: Common Application | SLU Application | SLU Graduate Portal
Application Fee: UG- No Fee | PG- 50 USD
Admission Requirements: 

  • Completed Application
  • Official TranscriptS
  • Standardized exams scores 
  • Certification of Finances
  • Proof of Financial support
  • Copy of passport
  • Essay and/or Personal Statement
  • Letters of recommendation

English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

Exam Minimum Required Score
TOEFL- IBT 80
TOEFL- PBT 550
IELTS 6.5
ACT 21
SAT 550
Duolingo 125
PTE 54

Visa Process for International Students

International Applicants need to apply for a student’s visa to study in USA right after an application is issued by the College/ University. Students whose application has been approved will be issued the I-20 form by the College authorities and need to pay a mandatory SEVIS I-901 fee, this is separate from the application or the administration fee.

Only after the payment of the SEVIS fee, applicants can schedule an interview with the US Embassy for the Visa process. The College Admissions authorities will feed the name of the applicant in their SEVIS after the payment of 350 USD. International applicants will need these documents for the visa process:

  • SEVIS fee receipt
  • Form I-20
  • Admission Letter
  • Financial documents to demonstrate the ability to afford expenses for a year of study
  • Copy of valid passport identification page (should be valid for at least 6 months after the date of entry into the US.)
  • Two passport size photographs
  • Visa application fee

Saint Louis University Undergraduate Admissions

SLU offers undergraduate programs in over 91 fields such as in Business, Management, Marketing, Engineering, Communications, Health and Public Services, Liberal Arts and Social Science, etc.

Application Portal: Common Application | SLU Application
Application Fee: N/A
Admission Requirements: 

  • Completed Application
  • Official High School or Equivalent Transcripts
  • SAT/ACT Scores
  • Minimum GPA - 2.5
  • Essay and Letters of Recommended - Not Mandatory but preferred.

Saint Louis University Graduate Admissions

It offers over 88 graduate degrees. The admission requirements vary with programs. The applicants must check the program-specific admission requirements before applying. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for most of the graduate programs.

Application Portal: SLU Graduate Portal
Application Fee: 65 USD 
Admission Requirements: 

Here are program-specific admission requirements for some popular graduate programs offered by SLU:

Requirements MBA Professional MS in Analytics MS in Computer Science MS in Engineering Masters in International Business
Transcripts Required Required Required Required Required
Minimum GPA/GMAT/GRE Minimum GPA 3.0
GMAT/GRE		 GPA 3.0 GPA of 3.0 or above GRE Quant score (old grading system)-650,
(new grading system) -150,		 GRE score – 650 (old)/ 150 (new grading);
GPA of 3.0		 GMAT Score of 590.
Work Experience Not Required Required - 2 Years Not Required Not Required Required
Statement of Purpose Required Required Not Required Not Required Required
Resume Required Required Not Required Not Required Required
Application Deadlines Rolling Fall: August 7
Spring: January 1
Summer: May 14		 March 1 for Assistantship OR Summer: May 1;
Fall: July 1;
Spring: November 1		 Summer: May 1;
Fall: July 1;
Spring: November 1		 July 15
Letter of Recommendation 2 letters 3 References - 3 LORs 2 LORs

Though the admissions are offered on a rolling basis, international applicants should apply as soon as possible. This provides ample time for visa application and submission of other required documents for enrollment. If the applicant wishes to get considered himself/herself for scholarships then they must apply by December 1. The admission decision will be communicated to the students via email/application portal within a few weeks of making an application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. How do I qualify for an I-20 form?

Ans. Financial Support proof needs to be submitted to attend SLU as an international student and receive the I-20 form. The estimated amount of tuition and living expenses for one academic year is 55,536 USD for undergraduate students.

Ques. What are the application fee for undergraduate and graduate programs?

Ans: The undergraduate admission fee is free of cost whereas the graduate programs require an application fee of 65 USD (equivalent to 4800 INR).

Ques. My ACT/SAT is canceled. Can I still apply for Fall 2020?

Ans. For Fall 2020 applicants, the university will review the academic performance of the last three to four years (equivalent to grades 9-12 in the American system) without the university readiness exams/standardized test scores if they are unavailable because of cancellations due to COVID-19. As admission decisions are holistic, SLU will also review the essay, letters of recommendation and any other supporting documents.

Ques. I am an international student. Can I apply for scholarships?

Ans. Yes, there are International Student Scholarships offered by SLU. Financial aid is available to international students attending the St. Louis campus. To determine your eligibility, you must complete the College Board’s CSS/Financial Aid Profile. You are automatically considered for SLU’s merit-based scholarships as part of your application for admission. In addition, there are two scholarships that require separate applications and are open to first-time freshman — the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship and the Presidential Scholarship.