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Freshman Admission

Find Community and Growth as You Prepare for Success

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Saint Louis University fosters your talents, ambitions and inherent curiosity.

Our values help move the world forward and empower our next generation of innovators. No matter where you end up, your journey starts here.


High School Students: Start Earning Scholarship Dollars

SLU is partnering with Raise.me to help students in grades 9-12 earn micro-scholarships for academic and extracurricular achievements throughout high school. Get started at raise.me/join/slu, or contact your admission counselor for more information.

Visit Raise.Me to learn more

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A crowd of students walks on a path through a campus gateway

Choose from Four Application Paths

Explore application path details and deadlines to find the best option for you. Then apply through the SLU Applicant Portal or via the Common App. There is no fee to apply for undergraduate admission.

  • Early Decision I
  • Early Decision II
  • Early Action
  • Regular Decision

Choose your application path

Discover Why SLU Is the Place for You

Launch the future you want at Saint Louis University.

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A group of people, led by a student tour guide, walks in front of a campus building.

Campus Tours and Admission Events

Tour top campus spots, meet with faculty members and chat with current students during a campus tour.

Plan your visit

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