Admitted Students Next Steps
Welcome to Saint Louis University

Congratulations! You're on your way to becoming a Billiken.
If you'll be attending our main campus in St. Louis, Missouri, read on. If you'll be attending SLU-Madrid, review information for our students in Spain.
What’s Next?
Complete your list of to-dos.
Deposit Online by May 1
- Log in to your Billiken Gateway portal and complete your admission offer form.
- Submit your $500 enrollment deposit online.
This deposit (known as a "confirmation fee" at SLU-Madrid) secures your place in the freshman class and should be submitted once you've decided to attend SLU. If you change your mind, you'll forfeit the deposit.
The mySLU portal is your comprehensive online resource. As a new Billiken, you'll use it to enroll in courses, apply for housing, check your SLU email, view billing information and more.
- Find your SLU Net ID, which is located in your Billiken Gateway portal under "My Application Info" on the right side of your screen.
- Activate your SLU Net ID and password by following these step-by-step instructions. 1818 students: If you've previously logged in to mySLU or paid for classes, use the same password.
Need help? Contact ITS at 314-977-4000 or ask@slu.edu.
Log in to mySLU
Use this college social app to connect with incoming students.
- Find potential roommates.
- Attend exclusive live events.
- Chat with a current student.
Housing contracts open Feb. 3 and can be accessed via mySLU after your enrollment deposit is processed (24-48 hours). Your housing assignment
will be based on your submission date.
Interested in connecting with students who share your specific interests and values?
Consider joining a SLU Learning Community or Theme Housing Community.
Explore campus housing
Your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) determines your eligibility for state and federal grants and loans.
- Use SLU's FAFSA school code: 002506.
- File by Feb. 1 for priority consideration.
- Read SLU's FAFSA FAQs.
Did you apply to SLU with a high school email address? Log into your Billiken Gateway
portal to update your email address.
You'll want to eventually start checking your @slu.edu address for important updates
and reminders.
SLU's placement process ensures you start your first semester in the appropriate classes.
After your enrollment deposit is processed (24-48 hours), complete your test(s) as
soon as possible. Your advisor will use your scores to create your first-semester
schedule.
Learn more about course placement
The SLU 101 summer orientation program will help you start your first semester feeling
informed and connected.
What To Expect
- Student connection
- Essential resources
- Opportunities to get involved
- Key spots on campus
- Course schedules
You'll use your SLU ID to access locations and services around campus, including buildings,
parking, meal plans and printing. Check your SLU email for information on how to submit
your photo online.
View SLU ID photo guidelines
Required Records
Submit your required immunization and screening records to SLU's vaccine portal before
the Aug. 1 deadline.
See requirement details
Health Insurance
Enroll in SLU's University Health Plan or provide proof of private insurance by submitting SLU's health insurance waiver. Registration opens July 1.
Questions? Contact the SLU Student Health Center at SHC@health.slu.edu.
Submit your final, official high school and/or college transcript(s) by Aug. 1.
Submission Options
- Drop off in person at DuBourg Hall, Room 119
- Mail to SLU's Office of Admission, 221 N. Grand Blvd. Room 149, St. Louis, MO 63103
- Have your high school counselor send it to SLU using a secure electronic submission system.
Why Choose SLU?
Explore some of the unique opportunities that await you as a new Billiken and get ready for college life.

How Does SLU Stand Out?
Our best-value education offers affordability, real-world EXPeriential learning, global immersion and wellness initiatives.

What Is the First-Year Experience?
SLU 101 Orientation and Fall Welcome are the first events that kick off your first-year experience. Find resources to support you all through your first year at SLU — and beyond.

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SLU's campus is rich with opportunities to get involved. Explore ways to become more complete, more balanced, more you.

When Is Move-in?
Freshman move-in dates will be announced soon but that's only the beginning. Find everything you need to know about your first days on campus.

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