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Saint Louis University

Private nonprofit Saint Louis, MO · Urban · Plains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
80%
Graduation Rate
$70,783
Earnings (10yr)
$24,398
Net Price
75%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Saint Louis University has an enrollment of 7,267 students, creating a vibrant community that often feels like a close-knit family. This university appeals particularly to those interested in Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Biology & Biomedical, Engineering, and Psychology. With a 75% acceptance rate, it welcomes a diverse array of students, making it a fitting choice for those looking for a supportive environment to pursue their studies.

Graduates from Saint Louis University see strong earning potential, with an average salary of $70,783 ten years after completing their degree. This financial outcome suggests that students who invest their time and resources here often find themselves moving up in their careers. The affordability of education is also a crucial factor, as students face a net price of $24,398 after aid, making it a manageable option for many.

When it comes to financing their education, students graduate with a median debt of $25,000. This level of debt is relatively reasonable compared to potential earnings. Those who tend to thrive at Saint Louis University are often proactive, engage with the community, and take advantage of the resources available to them. This proactive approach, combined with a supportive campus culture, contributes to the university's positive outcomes for graduates.

Rankings

How Saint Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation80%Earnings 10yr$71KNet Price$24KRetention88%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate17%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$23K$0-30K$22K$30-48K$22K$48-75K$27K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%316.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4217.4%MOBILITY133.34%

Cost & Financial Aid

$55,760
In-State Tuition
$55,760
Out-of-State
$24,398
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
17%
Pell Grant Rate
30%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$22,501
Family Income $0–$30K
$21,854
Family Income $30K–$48K
$21,880
Family Income $48K–$75K
$27,466
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$60,716
6 Years After Entry
$66,316
8 Years
$70,783
10 Years
0.35x
Debt-to-Earnings
79%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$60,716 6yr $66,316 8yr $70,783 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

133.34%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4217.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
316.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$119,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.64
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.06
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.6%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.584%
Inventor Rate
49
Total Patents
10
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 75%
Retention Rate 88%
SAT Average 1317
ACT Midpoint 30
SAT Range 1200–1410
ACT Range 25–31
Full-Time Faculty 63%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,423
Diversity Index 0.67
First-Gen Students 22%

Top Programs

Health Professions 27%
Business & Marketing 17%
Biology & Biomedical 9%
Engineering 6%
Psychology 4%
Social Sciences 4%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Transportation 3%