<p>FWIW My cousin and his friend–Marquette students–were shot by non-students while in the yard at an off-campus house. This was about 2 years ago. I know–this this could happen anywhere, but I don’t think the area is that good. (My relatives live in Milwaukee). All I can say is check out both schools and drive around the neighborhoods. I used to live in St. Louis and while SLU campus is nice, the surrounding area is considered not so safe.</p>