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Saint Louis University
(SLU)
About
Saint Louis University (SLU) is a private Jesuit research university in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by Louis William Valentine DuBourg, it is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River and one of the oldest Jesuit universities in the United States. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 401 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 34 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 11,556
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 7.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 11%
- Female : Male
- 60 : 40
- Staff
- 1,002
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
17 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 151-200 | - | 2022 |
| Dentistry | 201-300 | - | 2020 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Business Administration | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2019 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Medical Technology | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Psychology | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Public Health | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2021 |
| Management | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
QS
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 151-225 | - | 2025 |
| Medicine | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
US News
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgery | =188 | 48.8 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =315 | 48.8 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | 362 | 48.8 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =405 | 48.8 | 2026 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | =419 | 48.8 | 2026 |
| Oncology | 454 | 48.8 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =463 | 48.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =652 | 48.8 | 2026 |
THE
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Law & Legal Studies | 251–300 | 34.7 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 301–400 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 301–400 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 401–500 | 32.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 501–600 | 35.5 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501–600 | 24.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 801–1000 | 25.6 | 2025 |
| Social Sciences | 801–1000 | 21.6 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1001–1250 | 20.9 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Saint Louis University?
Saint Louis University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1001-1200, THE Rank 401–500, ARWU Rank 501-600, US News Rank =623.
When was Saint Louis University founded?
Saint Louis University was founded in 1818.
What are the top subjects at Saint Louis University?
Top subjects at Saint Louis University include: Nursing, Law & Legal Studies, Communication & Media Studies, Surgery, Dentistry.
Where is Saint Louis University located?
Saint Louis University is located in St Louis, United States.