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University of St Thomas

Houston, TX · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

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Admission rate
90%
Accessible
Average net price
$15,446
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
67%
Median earnings
$64,410
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of St Thomas is a private nonprofit college in Houston, TX with 3,220 undergraduates. It admits 90% of applicants, and admitted students average 1090 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $15,446 per year ($15,117 for families earning under $30,000). 67% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $64,410 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
90%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,591
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,485
Fall 2023
Yield
45%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing500–610
200800
SAT Math480–600
200800
ACT Composite18–25
136

What University of St Thomas looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$43,329
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$35,754

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$15,117
  • $30–48k$12,963
  • $48–75k$12,830
  • $75–110k$15,437
  • $110k+$25,684

Get a personal estimate with University of St Thomas's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
67%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$64,410
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,220
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
49%
  • White16%
  • Hispanic55%
  • Black11%
  • Asian10%

University of St Thomas FAQ

What is University of St Thomas's acceptance rate?+

University of St Thomas admits 90% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of St Thomas?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 500–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 480–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1090.

What ACT score do you need for University of St Thomas?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–25.

Is University of St Thomas test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of St Thomas?+

In Fall 2023, 1,591 students applied to University of St Thomas and 1,485 were admitted; 672 enrolled.

Does University of St Thomas consider legacy status?+

No. University of St Thomas reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of St Thomas require an essay?+

University of St Thomas reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of St Thomas cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $43,329 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,446.

What is University of St Thomas's graduation rate?+

67% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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