Overview
The University of St. Thomas is a 4-year private institution and the only Catholic university in Houston. St. Thomas confers undergraduate degrees in over 35 academic majors and the university has been designated an Hispanic-serving institution. As a Catholic university, UST celebrates mass seven days per week in the Chapel of St. Basil. During the school year, several UST students land internships with the Texas Medical Center which is located a short distance from campus.
Acceptance Rate:
97%
Average Net Price:
$19,940
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1150
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $33,660 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $33,660 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,248 |
| Books and Supplies | $1094 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
66%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
36%
Average Aid Per Year
$23,181
36%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,031
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$19,095
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
34%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4440
50%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,031
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$30,920,292
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$7,469,070
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
37%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,194
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,938
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$204
Students receiving federal loans
36%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,034
Average Other Loans Per Year
$12,542
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Roman Catholic
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
1123
Students Applied
97%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
182
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
No
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | December 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 15 | June 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
2%
Submitting ACT
15%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1150
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
3,588
Total Number of Undergrads
2,646
0
100
36%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
66%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
14:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
73
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
29
Countries Represented
51
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
38%
Student Organizations
55
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
20%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
22%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Celts
School Colors
red and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
11
Sports Club
3
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$59,600
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,938
Loan Default Rate
6%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$204
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThis is an amazing school. I have learned so much. My faith has also been enhanced. They really stress the balance between faith and reason. The professors really care about who you are. You are not just a number, but a person. They enjoy teaching, so you enjoy learning.
Karen, Houston, TX
The balance and opportunities that they provide you with it is beyond just furthering your education but also the support to being a well rounded individual
Bianca from Humble, TX
The best University in the city of Houston. The spirituality is evident on campus. All of the students are satisfied with their college choice.
Student
It is a school with a genuine interest in the students' overall growth with a focus on liberal arts aiming to make every student his/her own teacher for life, and has a super well rounded basics structure. There is always a source of help for any question or problem easily accessible on campus with an actual person to individually assist you for your particular situation. It is a campus with a grand international community which encourages diversity, leadership, community service in every student with active professionals and Doctorates in every classroom to teach.
Juliette from Houston, TX
This school is a catholic school and brings students closer to their faith while keeping a small community on campus. Their objective is to help students exceed in school and provide an easy learning environment with great professors. The campus is beautiful, and the area its in has everything you need within walking distance.
Simberly from Houston, TX
I would give University of St. Thomas a perfect ten!
After visiting several colleges, I felt this university was the perfect fit for my personality.
The campus feels like home and is very welcoming along with great people!
After visiting several colleges, I felt this university was the perfect fit for my personality.
The campus feels like home and is very welcoming along with great people!
Nicholas from Katy, TX
St. Thomas is a great Catholic school that offers great academic and variety of degrees. There are many clubs of all types and staff are very caring and are willing to help you. This school is small but full of activities and lots of friendships.
At the University of St. Thomas one has the opportunity to not only excel in one's role as a student, but also explore one's other roles, so be it daughter, friend, sister, or brother. One learns to discover personal strengths and values. An education fostered by UST guarantees a productive and happy future.
Lily from Houston, TX
This university has a very welcoming faculty and staff and fantastic students. The professors are all very personable and are easy to connect with in such small class sizes. The campus is small, yet located in a big city with a lot to do.
Alexandra from Houston, TX
University of St. Thomas is a great school for those who like small classes and one on one attention from professors. It provides many resources and networking opportunities for students that many other colleges do not provide. University of St. Thomas provides a superb academic environment as well as a rich campus life experience.
Allison from Kingwood, TX
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