The University of St. Thomas, also known as UST, is a coeducational, archdiocesan, Roman Catholic institution of higher learning located in Saint Paul, Minnesota. It was established in 1885 as a Catholic seminary. UST is named after St. Thomas Aquinas, a medieval Catholic theologian and philosopher. The university has four campuses in St. Paul, Minneapolis, Owatonna in Minnesota, and Rome, Italy. It is organized into the following academic divisions:
UST’s athletic teams are nicknamed the Tommies. UST is a member of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) which performs at the NCAA Division III level.

The range of program offerings available from University Of St Thomas is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The school is known for its programs in business and management.
Admission to University Of St Thomas is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 520. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 520 and 640.
University Of St Thomas has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Students numbered 10,984 in 2007 at University Of St Thomas.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. University Of St Thomas offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of St Thomas
2115 Summit Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55105-1078
General Phone: (651) 962-5000
http://www.stthomas.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 1,082 | business management, marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, accounting, business administration, human resources, international business, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 379 | educational administration, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, education of autistic, education courses, education of learning disabled, educational admin and supervision, higher education administration, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 181 | English, economics, political science, creative writing, sociology, history, Spanish language, peace and conflict resolution, ... |
| Law | 144 | law, banking and finance, legal professions |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 137 | information technology, computer and info science, computer support |
| Family And Social Work | 126 | social work, public policy analysis |
| Therapy And Counseling | 115 | counseling psychology, psychology, psychology courses, substance abuse counseling, clinical social work |
| Religion And Philosophy | 104 | religion, philosophy, religious education, ministry, theology, theological and ministerial studies |
| Media | 103 | journalism, communication studies, broadcast journalism, mass communication |
| Engineering | 84 | manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering management, electrical engineering, systems engineering |
| Science | 80 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, geology |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 74 | criminology, criminal justice and administration |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 18 | real estate |
| Fine Arts | 12 | art history and criticism |
| Mathematics | 11 | mathematics |
| Medical Administration | 9 | public health education, health care administration |
| Music | 8 | music |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 3 | environmental studies, environmental science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
| Office And Administration | 0 | office data entry |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | industrial tech |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of St Thomas in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 1,194 | 53 |
| Bachelor's degree | 1,154 | 69 |
| First-professional degree | 152 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 88 | 13 |
| Post-master's certificate | 46 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 37 | 6 |
In 2007, University Of St Thomas had a total enrollment of 10,984 students (8,381 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 49% |
| Women | 51% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 50% |
| Graduate | 46% |
| First Professional | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 78% |
| Wisconsin | 10% |
| Iowa | 3% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| South Dakota | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Nebraska | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| North Dakota | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
University Of St Thomas offers campus housing for 2,515 of its 8,381 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Paul, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 4,864 | 3,913 | 80% | 1,315 | 34% |
| Men | 2,178 | 1,706 | 78% | 643 | 38% |
| Women | 2,686 | 2,207 | 82% | 672 | 30% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 640 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 23 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 11% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 97% |
| 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 | $ 26,274 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 26,274 |
| Room and board | $ 7,312 |
| Room charge | $ 4,662 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,900 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,050 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,100 |
Financial Aid:
University Of St Thomas participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 234500)
University Of St Thomas has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 151 | 87 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 57 | 51 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 6 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 69 | $94,360 | 32 | $83,486 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 88 | $74,537 | 56 | $69,087 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 55 | $69,257 | 51 | $60,853 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $59,451 | 4 | $63,125 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 18 | $74,486 | 17 | $63,088 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 234 | $78,879 | 160 | $68,556 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Corporate Communications
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Financial Planning and Services
Human Resources Development
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Insurance
International Business/Trade/Commerce
International Finance
Management Information Systems, General
Management Science, General
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, Other
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
German Language Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering/Industrial Management
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Systems Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Policy Analysis
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LAW
Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Economics
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Broadcast Journalism
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Public Health Education and Promotion
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical/Medical Social Work
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of St Thomas Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army, navy, air force)
NCAA athletic conference member
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