2115 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105-1096
United States
Certificates / Diplomas
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate (Certificates and Degrees)
About
The University of St. Thomas is the largest private university in Minnesota and one of the largest Catholic colleges or universities in the nation, with more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students and 115,000+ alumni. Eight schools and colleges offer 150+ undergraduate majors and minors and 55+ graduate degree programs.
We are ranked as a "Top National University" and "Best Value School" by U.S. News & World Report, are in the top 20 in The Princeton Review's list of "Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Programs", thanks to the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, and when it comes to sustainability, The Princeton Review ranks St. Thomas in the Top 50 Green Colleges in America. St. Thomas infuses sustainability into every aspect of campus life, from academic programs and student activities to facilities and dining operations. We are working as a community toward a goal of carbon neutrality by 2035.
Our founding was inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, a 2,000-year-old practice of uniting faith and reason to explore the world. Rooted in this Catholic identity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I); our convictions call us to protect and enhance the dignity of every human and to work for a more just and equitable society. At the University of St. Thomas, we develop future leaders of all faiths looking to make a positive impact on the world.
We are the only academic institution in Minnesota to be designated a “Changemaker Campus,” meaning social innovation, entrepreneurship and caring for the common good are built into everything we do. Our three campuses in St. Paul, downtown Minneapolis and Rome, Italy, offer unique learning and living opportunities.
We are ranked as a "Top National University" and "Best Value School" by U.S. News & World Report, are in the top 20 in The Princeton Review's list of "Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Programs", thanks to the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, and when it comes to sustainability, The Princeton Review ranks St. Thomas in the Top 50 Green Colleges in America. St. Thomas infuses sustainability into every aspect of campus life, from academic programs and student activities to facilities and dining operations. We are working as a community toward a goal of carbon neutrality by 2035.
Our founding was inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, a 2,000-year-old practice of uniting faith and reason to explore the world. Rooted in this Catholic identity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I); our convictions call us to protect and enhance the dignity of every human and to work for a more just and equitable society. At the University of St. Thomas, we develop future leaders of all faiths looking to make a positive impact on the world.
We are the only academic institution in Minnesota to be designated a “Changemaker Campus,” meaning social innovation, entrepreneurship and caring for the common good are built into everything we do. Our three campuses in St. Paul, downtown Minneapolis and Rome, Italy, offer unique learning and living opportunities.
Cost
Living On-Campus
58,712
Living Off-Campus
58,712
Living with Family
58,712
Average Net Price
$30,137 / year
This is the average annual amount that first-time, full-time undergraduate students pay at this institution after subtracting all grants and scholarships from the cost of attendance.
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Net cost after grants and scholarships by income
$0-$30,000:
$24,757
$30,001-$48,000:
$21,875
$48,001-$75,000:
$22,294
$75,001-$110,000:
$26,102
Over $110,000:
$32,740
This net price data shows the average amount students have paid, according to their family income, after subtracting all grants and scholarships.
College Profile
Student/Faculty Ratio
14:1
Size of Student Body
9,355
Average Class Size
21
Graduate Students Enrolled
3,288
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Breakdown by Race
Black or African American:
6%
Hispanic:
8%
Asian:
5%
White:
69%
Two or more races:
4%
International Students:
4%
Unknown:
4%
Breakdown by Age
19 and Younger:
45%
20 to 24:
52%
25 to 34:
2%
35 to 44:
1%
45 and Older:
1%
Breakdown by Gender
Men:
51%
Women:
49%
New entering students who are transfers
11%
Student Success
Graduation Rate for Four-Year Programs
80%
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Completers within 6 years by race
American Indian or Alaska Native:
67%
Black or African American:
60%
Hispanic:
72%
Asian:
77%
White:
81%
Two or more races:
76%
Unknown:
88%
Completers within 6 years by gender
Men:
79%
Women:
81%
Retention Rate
87%
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Retention Rate By Type
Full-time:
86%
Campus Settings
Financial Aid
Average amount of federal, state, local, institutional or other sources of grant aid awarded to undergraduate students
$29,252
The following information pertains to first-time full-time undergraduate students.
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Average amount of aid awarded to full-time first-time undergraduates
State/Local grant aid:
$4,998
Institutional grant aid:
$24,245
Federal grant aid:
$6,555
Average amount of grant aid awarded by income (all sources)
$0-$30,000:
$37,271
$30,001-$48,000:
$40,153
$48,001-$75,000:
$39,734
$75,001-$110,000:
$35,926
Over $110,000:
$29,288
School Scholarships
Yes
Financial Aid Contact
Cumulative Debt
This section shows the median debt graduates incurred to complete their degree at this institution.
Median Cumulative Debt by Degree Type
- Associate's Degree: $3,768
- Bachelor's Degree: $29,000
- First Professional Degree: $64,663
- Master's Degree: $41,000
- Doctorate: $65,898
Percent of Graduates With Loans
- Associate's Degree: 29%
- Bachelor's Degree: 59%
- First Professional Degree: 74%
- Master's Degree: 48%
- Doctorate: 64%
Admission Information
- Common applications (online)
- School applications (online)
- High School Diploma or GED
- Transcripts
- Accepts dual credits
- Accepts exam-based credits
- Institution awards credits for military training
Application Timelines
Financial Aid Application Deadline
There is no financial aid application deadline date, however, students should apply for financial aid when the FAFSA becomes available for the upcoming academic year which is October 1, with the greatest access to funding when completed by April 15. Students may also complete the MN Dream Act Application.
Regular Decision Deadline
January 15 After January 15, applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Early Action Deadline
November 1
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Graduate Employment Outcomes
The data displayed below comes from the Graduate Employment Outcomes tool and only reports on graduates employed in Minnesota. This section shows employment data for graduate class of 2017, including percent of graduates with full-time employment in the 3rd year after college graduation and the median annual wages by award level, according to the Minnesota unemployment insurance records. Data does not include federal employees, self-employed (e.g. professional freelancers, artists, developers, designers, business owners), military, or individuals who moved out of state for a job. The list below may be incomplete and limited to some majors. Additionally, data has been suppressed when it refers to 10 or less students.Jump to:
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