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Saint Louis University

St. Louis, Missouri

๐Ÿซ Private UniversityEst. 1818๐Ÿ”— www.slu.edu

Saint Louis University's Midtown campus centers on DuBourg Hall, the university's oldest building (1888) and now its central administration building, with more than 90% of first-year students housed in five halls including Griesedieck, Grand, and Reinert.

Enrollment

15,334

Total Students

Freshman Class

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Approx.

Move-In Dates

August 14 - August 14, 2026

Fall 2026

Acceptance Rate

75%

Most recent cycle

Move-In

Fall 2026 Move-In Dates

You'll be assigned a specific two-hour check-in time block along with your fall 2026 housing assignment between July 10-15 - your residence hall and floor determine your window. The two-hour block covers check-in specifically, not the full move-in process, so families are welcome to stay and help longer once checked in. Oriflamme (Fall Orientation Leaders) will be on hand to help with move-in and guide new students through Fall Welcome.

August 14 - August 14, 2026

Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.

Move-in day tips

  • Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
  • Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
  • Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
  • Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
  • Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
  • If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
  • Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
  • Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.

Housing & Dorms

  • Griesedieck Complex

    Traditional ยท Coed

  • Grand Hall

    Traditional ยท Coed

  • Reinert Hall

    Traditional ยท Coed

Housing Links

Links open Saint Louis University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.

Orientation

Fall Welcome & Orientation (required)

All new students are required to attend one orientation session.

August 14 - August 18, 2026

Orientation tips

  • Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
  • Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
  • Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.

Costs

Room & Board

$15,820

Estimated / Year

Figures shown are estimates for room and board only, and can vary by hall and meal plan. Check with Saint Louis University's financial aid office for a cost breakdown specific to your situation.

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