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Saint Louis University reviews

3.9

63% would recommend to a friend

(931 total reviews)
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Fred P. Pestello, Ph.D.

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53% positive business outlook

Saint Louis University has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 931 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Saint Louis University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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931 reviews
2.0
Jul 14, 2026
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Pros

Great mission and location right at the edge of downtown!

Cons

Workplacing bullying is never addressed. Leadership cancels projects without reviewing the success. Toxic dept director never handled despite multiple hr complaints from staff. Fiscal issues go unresolved and have lead to job cuts and no raises for years.

2.0
Jul 8, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The university offers a lot of opportunities that make the student experience very memorable, such as career treks, mock interviews, career fairs, and different engagement events and workshops.

Cons

Overall, the employee experience was challenging. The institution faced significant financial difficulties during my tenure, including recurring layoffs and no salary increases over a two-year period, which contributed to ongoing uncertainty and low morale. Leadership and communication were problematic particularly within my team. High turnover, limited transparency around staffing and role changes, workplace gossip, and unprofessional interpersonal dynamics. When a team loses more than 50% of its staff within a two-year span, it suggests deeper cultural and management issues that warrant attention. The physical work environment also presented challenges. Persistent heating and cooling problems resulted in office temperatures fluctuating dramatically from uncomfortably hot to excessively cold temperatures with little consistency from day to day. Lastly, compensation was a frequent concern among employees. Many staff members worked second jobs or actively sought opportunities elsewhere due to salaries that were not competitive with the market.

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