University of St. Thomas (Texas)
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of St. Thomas (Texas)
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of St. Thomas (Texas) is a small private university located on an urban campus in Houston, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,969, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 93%. The university offers 40 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 69%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for students are $32,900.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile22-28
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1075-1340
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
4k
Students enrolled
61%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
23%
Unknown
2%
Black
11%
Hispanic
48%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
5%
Asian
9%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
49% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
36
Total Online Enrollment
2,336
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.61% online, 39% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
62% On-campus
38% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates67% online
Associate71% online
Bachelor's5% online
Graduate Certificate80% online
Master's58% online
Doctorate67% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $32,900 | $32,900 |
| Graduate | $20,934 | $20,934 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,094 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,248 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,902 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,897 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,762 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,762 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $48,144 | $48,144 |
| Off-campus without family | $49,653 | $49,653 |
| Off-campus with family | $38,756 | $38,756 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
49%
State Grant Aid
57%
Institution Grant Aid
88%
Pell Grant
49%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$42k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 15 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 16 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Psychology. | |||
| 18 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 19 | Science Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 20 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 22 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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