University of St Thomas

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Medium
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	3,023
Religious affiliation	Catholic
Student to faculty ratio	14 to 1
Acceptance rate	76%
Students retention rate	85%
On-time graduation rate	78%

Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, St. Thomas is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 76% indicates that St. Thomas is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of St Thomas is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, St. Thomas emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

St. Thomas boasts an impressive student retention rate of 85% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 72% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

75.5%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$48,329

Cost of attendance at University of St Thomas in 2022 for students from Minnesota.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Minnesota's average	$11,262
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$48,329

Cost of attendance at University of St Thomas in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Minnesota's average	$16,133
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 96 of freshman students at University of St Thomas received on average $30,821 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$30,821

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	300	20%	$4,747	$1,424,189
Other Federal Grant	543	37%	$4,138	$2,247,074
State Grant/Scholarships	456	31%	$4,757	$2,169,231
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	1,418	95%	$27,945	$39,626,423
Total Grant & Scholarships	1,429	96%	$30,821	$44,042,728

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of St Thomas students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of St Thomas students is 78.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 80.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 76.2%.

78.1%

asian 80.7% 46 students
African American 61.3% 19 students
white 79.7% 936 students
unknown 69.2% 9 students
hispanic 77.0% 47 students
International Students 55.2% 16 students
Mixed Race 66.0% 35 students

Sport Conferences

Football Pioneer Football League
Baseball The Summit League
Basketball The Summit League
Track and Cross Country The Summit League

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of St Thomas provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of St Thomas offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Navy
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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