St. Louis, MO
School Overview
Tuition (In State): $69,960
Tuition (Out of State): $69,960
Accreditation Status: N/A
Acceptance Rate: N/A
Total Enrollment: 176
Degrees: MD
Founding Year: 1836
Accreditation Year: 1942
Website: https://www.slu.edu
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Application Information
Average MCAT: 514
Average GPA: 3.9
Male: N/A
Female: N/A
Interview Feedback Summary
Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 39% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview generally impressive with a low stress level and felt they did okay.
School Review Summary
Overall, students rated the program a 6 out of 10 for satisfaction. The student body is described as highly cooperative. The environment is considered supportive for underrepresented minorities, LGBTQ+ students, married students, students with disabilities, non-traditional students. Faculty members are seen as reasonably approachable.
5 Most Common Secondary Essay Questions for SLU
- 1. Motivation and Fit – Do you wish to include any comments to the Saint Louis University School of Medicine Admissions Committee? Please explain.
- 2. Other – Has any family member been a current or past student at the Saint Louis University (SLU) School of Medicine? Please do not include any affiliation with the SLU undergraduate campus in your response....
- 3. Other – Please select any of the following criteria that apply to you: - Attended a SLU program (such as AIMS, Summer Scholars, Summer Undergraduate Research Program, MAPP, etc.) - A family member is or was...
- 4. Other – Will you be a full-time student for the 2024-2025 academic year? Yes/No. If no, please describe your current activities: ()
- 5. Other – Please select one option that applies to you during your time as an undergraduate student: - Paid employment for an average of 10-19 hours per week for 4 years - Paid employment for an average of 20...
About the School
Saint Louis University School of Medicine, established in 1836, holds the distinction of awarding the first medical degree west of the Mississippi River.
Curriculum
The four-year M.D. program at Saint Louis University School of Medicine integrates basic and clinical sciences through an organ system approach.
Facilities
The School of Medicine is located on the SLU health campus, south of the main campus, adjacent to the nursing and allied health schools.
Last Updated: Sep 10, 2025
SDN Insights
Our analysis of SLU:
Cost of Attendance: $487,773
A student taking student loans for all 4 years at SLU, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $487,773. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Highest 13% Nationally
The cost of living at SLU is among the top 13% of all similar schools. Take this into consideration when considering loan burden.
Environment: Urban
Situated in a moderately accessible neighborhood, SLU offers a mix of walking and biking options. Students may find that many daily needs are reachable without a car, though longer trips still benefit from alternative transportation.
School Address: 1402 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
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Although we could tier rank, over the past 25 years we've found no compelling benefit for ranking schools. Students are most successful when they prioritize personal and academic fit over school rank.
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