Saint Louis University (SLU) is calling for applications for its SLU Presidential program being held for 2020-21 academic year.
The program is a four-year award open to encourage and support for exemplary student leaders to study full-time at SLU with full tuition discount for eight consecutive fall and spring semesters.
No matter where you started your education, Saint Louis University is a great place to continue it. Established in 1818, SLU is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities.
Why at Saint Louis University? Considering Saint Louis University will be the next step toward your education. At SLU, you have an option to explore more than 90 majors and programs and they prepare you for whatever comes next.
Saint Louis University Information
Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of St. Louis (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Missouri. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Madrid. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Saint Louis University (SLU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Saint Louis University (SLU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 200 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Application Process
The mode of application is online.
- How to Apply: Before applying, the applicants must complete and submit the online application for freshman admission all required materials (transcripts, ACT or SAT scores, etc.). After that students can complete and submit the separate Presidential application and all required materials.
- Supporting Documents: As part of the application, the applicants must submit a scholarship essay, résumé and two letters of recommendation.
The topic for Scholarship Essay: Prepare a 500-word answer to the following essay question before starting your application:
The Presidential award is awarded to students who live Saint Louis University’s mission of being servant leaders and men and women for others along with demonstrating strong leadership and interpersonal skills. What does it mean to you to be a leader? Give a detailed example of how you have positively influenced others through leadership, and explain how you would continue the University’s mission as a student.
- Admission Requirements: Applicants must have high school GPA of 3.85 or higher and required ACT or SAT score. Check out full admission requirements here.
- Language Requirement: All applicants must demonstrate that they have met the English language proficiency requirements.