Washington University is a leading member of the greater St. Louis community. This dynamic metropolitan area of more than 2.5 million people offers a broad array of exciting activities within a 15-minute drive of the campus including:

• Professional sports teams
• World-renowned orchestra
• Theater
• Jazz
• Plus a wealth of restaurants, clubs and other exciting attractions

"St. Louis is a very affordable city and Washington University's location is ideal. The neighborhood is quite nice with plenty of safe, affordable housing. There are lots of things to do in the area and with the school's free shuttle service, you can live very well without a car." Mikhail Pevzner, PhD Accounting 2007 George Mason University

Forest Park forms the eastern border of campus. It contains a world-class art museum, zoon, and 27-hole public golf course, as well as 10 miles of bike paths, an outdoor ice-skating rink, paddle boats, an outdoor theater, and a variety of restaurants.

Olin students benefit greatly by the close ties that have developed between Washington University and St. Louis area business. Firms of all sizes have supported the school by:

• Hiring our graduates
• Sponsoring students in Olin’s Executive Programs
• Providing guest speakers
• Consulting with faculty
• Supporting the Olin Business School financially

To learn more, see About St. Louis.

Among the 20 largest metropolitan areas in the U.S., St. Louis ranks 2nd in the most-affordable housing market. Most Washington University graduate students live in one of the many privately owned apartments located within a 10-block radius of the school. Both furnished and unfurnished rooms, apartments, and houses are available.

See Olin's Guide to the Washington University Community for resources and tips for getting settled in St. Louis.

Washington University owns and operates several apartment complexes specifically for graduate students. Application should be made several months in advance of the new academic year by contacting:

Apartment Referral Service
Washington University in St. Louis
Campus Box 1049
7425 Forsyth Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63105-2103
(314) 935-5045

A free shuttle service is available between the campus and most of the areas frequented by students, including near-by shopping centers. Public transportation is also available, although most students do own a car.

Campus parking permits are available as daily, monthly, or annual passes; registered students may purchase annual permits online. Daily and monthly permits may be purchased at the campus bookstore.

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