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The University of St. Thomas, also referred to as UST or St. Thomas, is a coeducational, archdiocesan Roman Catholic institution located in Houston, Texas, United States. It was founded in 1947 by the Basilian Fathers. UST offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. It is organized into the following academic divisions:
St. Thomas fields several men’s and women’s sports teams. Their official mascot is Tommie the Tomcat. Their sports teams are nicknamed the Tommies. The university is a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) which competes at the NCAA Division III level.
University Of St Thomas is located in Houston, TX (a large city). The school is a Roman Catholic school. University Of St Thomas is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.
University Of St Thomas is known for its programs in business and management.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 498. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 520 and 620.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at University Of St Thomas is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
The school had 3,273 enrolled students in 2007-2008. University Of St Thomas has a large minority student population.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of St Thomas Houston
3800 Montrose Blvd
Houston, TX 77006-4696
General Phone: (713) 522-7911
http://www.stthom.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 312 | business management, accounting, finance, international business, MIS, marketing studies |
| Liberal Arts | 179 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies, international relations, English, political science, history, economics, Spanish language, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 92 | education, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, music teaching |
| Religion and Philosophy | 58 | theology, philosophy, ministry, pastoral counseling, theology and religious vocations |
| Therapy and Counseling | 26 | psychobiology |
| Science | 26 | biology, chemistry, bioinformatics |
| Media | 24 | communication studies |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 6 | environmental studies, environmental science |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Music | 4 | music |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer services management |
| Fine Arts | 3 | fine arts |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of St Thomas in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 381 | 9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 346 | 33 |
| First-professional degree | 14 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 3 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, University Of St Thomas had a total enrollment of 3,273 students (2,324 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 36% |
| Women | 64% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 46% |
| Graduate | 52% |
| First Professional | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 37% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 24% |
| Asian | 8% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 13% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 89% |
| (International Students) | 9% |
| Illinois | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
| Part-Time | 36 % |
University Of St Thomas offers campus housing for 361 of its 2,324 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Houston, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 810 | 654 | 81% | 298 | 46% |
| Men | 260 | 221 | 85% | 106 | 48% |
| Women | 550 | 433 | 79% | 192 | 44% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 498 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 620 |
| SAT Writing | 500 | 618 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 86% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 40% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,510 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,510 |
| Room and board | $ 7,700 |
| Room charge | $ 4,700 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,030 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,614 |
Financial Aid:
University Of St Thomas participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 365400)
University Of St Thomas has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 58 | 23 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 17 | 14 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 13 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 25 | $94,187 | 14 | $86,807 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 36 | $68,764 | 10 | $73,917 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 21 | $56,766 | 15 | $55,925 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 3 | $40,760 | 3 | $40,340 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 87 | $71,599 | 43 | $68,849 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Development Economics and International Development
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Philosophy
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Bioinformatics
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of St Thomas Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% |  |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force)
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