Saint Louis University Madrid is the Spanish campus of Saint Louis University, the US Jesuit research university, and was the first American university recognised by Spanish higher education authorities. It offers American-style bachelor's degrees taught in English, with the option to finish at the St. Louis campus. Choose it for a US degree in the heart of Madrid.
Madrid, Spain
Official website: slu.edu
Saint Louis University, a US Jesuit research university
First US university recognised by Spanish higher education authorities
Madrid, near the Ciudad Universitaria
€24,000 – €28,000
All students, bachelor's programmes
€12,000 – €16,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on slu.edu before you apply.
BS Business Administration
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80
BA International Relations
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80
BS Computer Science
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80
BA Communication
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80
US degree taught in English in Madrid.
Option to transfer to the St. Louis campus.
Very international student body from over 60 countries.
Graduates join multinational companies in Madrid and across Europe and the US.
International relations alumni work in diplomacy, NGOs and global business.
Many graduates continue to master's study in Europe or the US.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
The campus sits in Madrid's university district near the Ciudad Universitaria, with classrooms, a library and student lounges, and students live in residences or shared flats.
Madrid is Spain's capital, known for museums, food, nightlife and a sunny climate, with rent lower than London or Paris.
Admission letter from SLU Madrid
Proof of funds for living costs
Private health insurance valid in Spain
Medical certificate
Police clearance certificate
Valid passport and visa application form
SLU Madrid reviews applications on a rolling basis for fall and spring. Non-EU applicants should apply at least four months before the start to leave time for the Spanish student visa.
Bachelor's programmes start in fall (September) and spring (January).
You need a Spanish student visa. Apply at the Spanish consulate with your admission letter, proof of funds, health insurance, a medical certificate and a police clearance. After arrival, apply for a foreigner identity card (TIE).
Business administration, international relations, computer science and communication are popular. Entry is based on school grades with IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 80.
Yes. SLU Madrid offers merit scholarships to new students, assessed from the application. Check the campus's financial aid pages for current amounts.
