Overview
University of St Thomas is a less selective private four-year institution in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The school accepts 77.0% of applicants and enrolls 6,014 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 77.0%
- Average SAT
- 1,295
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,200–1,390
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 27
- Total Enrollment
- 6,014
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
University of St Thomas uses the Common Application with a January 15 deadline for fall admission, though you can apply as late as May 1 if space remains available. You'll need to submit your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and either SAT or ACT scores. The school is test-optional, so submitting scores is your choice.
The Opus College of Business and the School of Engineering have more competitive admission processes than the university overall. Engineering programs require four years of math including pre-calculus, plus chemistry and physics. Business school applicants should have strong math backgrounds and may face additional review for popular majors like finance.
St Thomas requires all first-year students to live on campus unless you're married, over 21, or live with parents within 30 miles. Housing applications open in February, and you'll want to apply early since some residence halls fill quickly. The campus sits on the Mississippi River bluffs in St Paul, connected to Minneapolis by light rail.
New students attend Summer Orientation sessions in June, July, and August where you'll register for classes and meet with academic advisors. The core curriculum requires courses in writing, math, fine arts, and theology regardless of your major. You'll declare your major by the end of sophomore year, though engineering and business students typically decide earlier.
The school operates on a 4-1-4 academic calendar with a January intersession term. Many students use J-Term for internships, study abroad, or intensive courses. If you're considering graduate school, note that St Thomas has strong connections for direct admission to its own law, business, and education graduate programs.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $30,525/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $52,284
- Students Receiving Aid
- 20%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 75.2%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $73,739/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 86.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of St Thomas require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
University of St Thomas has a test-optional admissions policy. Students can choose whether or not to submit standardized test scores with their application.
What is the application deadline for University of St Thomas?
University of St Thomas has rolling admissions, meaning applications are reviewed as they are received. Students are encouraged to apply early for the best consideration for admission and financial aid.
Does University of St Thomas offer early decision or early action?
University of St Thomas offers early action with a December 1 deadline. Early action is non-binding and allows students to receive their admission decision earlier in the process.
How many credits can transfer students bring to University of St Thomas?
Transfer students must complete at least 32 credits at University of St Thomas to earn their degree. The university accepts transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions with grades of C- or better.