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Nov 2, 2026
Early Decision
Decision by Begins Dec. 1 · Binding · Confirm on official page
Closed
Dec 1, 2026
Early Action
Decision by Feb. 1 · Non-binding
22 days left
Jan 19, 2027
Early Decision II
Decision by Begins Feb. 1 · Binding · Confirm on official page
71 days left
Jul 28, 2027
Regular Decision
Non-binding
261 days left
“Early Decision I Application Deadline (binding): Nov. 2”
Application
SLU application portal (Billiken Gateway), Common Application, Coalition application via Scoir
Testing
Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays
1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee
No application fee
Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.
Nursing
Application deadline Dec. 1; required minimum high school GPA of 3.20 on a 4.00 scale; supporting documents due Dec. 11.
Separate admission
Occupational Therapy
Application deadline Dec. 1; required minimum high school GPA of 3.20 on a 4.00 scale.
Separate admission
Physical Therapy
Application deadline Dec. 1; required minimum high school GPA of 3.20 on a 4.00 scale.
Separate admission
Flight Science and Aviation Management
Dec. 1 deadline if registering for flight training in first semester.
Separate admission
1818 Direct Admission (direct admit, general major)
Requires completion of at least one 1818 course with a C or higher or current enrollment, and being in final year of high school; no separat
Separate admission
Music
An audition is required for admission to the music program; you may audition on campus or submit a video audition via Get Accept'd.
Audition
- Tuition & fees
- $57,960
- Median earnings, 10 yrs
- $75,998
- 6-year graduation
- 79%