Why study business at SLU?
Whether you want to master marketing or become a top-of-the-line accountant, SLU's school of business will prepare you for your next steps. National corporations in town and an emphasis on international business will give you a well-rounded perspective for whatever direction you take in the business world.
- Our school of business is accredited by AACSB. Less than 10% of business schools in the world can say that have been recognized by this global leader in business education.
- 14 Fortune 500 and 1000 companies in town.
- SLU's accounting program boasts a higher-than-national-average pass-rate for the CPA, the required test to become an accountant in the US.
- International business students can apply their global mindset in their program on campus, as well as sessions and semesters abroad that will test skills in real-time.
Program choices
Find out more about your course options by selecting a course level.
- English course
- International Year One
- Undergraduate Degree (Direct Entry)
- Undergraduate Transfer Program
- Graduate Pathway
- Graduate Degree (Direct Entry)
English course
Leads to: University preparation program or degree
Typical entry requirements: High school diploma required
Length of course: From 1 Semester
- Improve your languages skills while adapting to the US culture.
- Prepares your for university study in the US.
International Year One
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus high school diploma, GPA 2.5 out of 4.0
Length of course: From 1 Semester
- Begin earning credits toward your degree, even if you don't meet the requirements for direct entry.
- Receive additional support to successfully complete the first semester or year of your bachelor's program.
- Graduate in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
Undergraduate Degree (Direct Entry)
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.5, plus high school diploma, GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
Length of course: 4 years
- Enter the university as a degree-seeking student who meet the academic and English language requirements for their degree program.
Undergraduate Transfer Program
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus GPA 2.5 out of 4.0
Length of course: From 1 Semester
- Transfer college or university-level credits from previous courses.
- Receive an estimate of transferable credits towards your degree before you start your program.
- Additional academic, language and cultural support to help you adjust to a US environment.
Graduate Pathway
Leads to: Master's degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.0, plus undergraduate degree, 2.7 GPA
Length of course: 2 semesters
- Progress to your Master's degree with credits.
- Build the academic foundation and language skills needed for master's-level study, as well as prepare for your GRE/GMAT tests, if required.
- Receive the highest level of support with dedicated academic advisors throughout your program.
Graduate Degree (Direct Entry)
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.5, plus undergraduate degree, GPA 3.0
Length of course: 2 years
- Enter the university as a degree-seeking student who meet the academic and English language requirements for their degree program.