Academics
With eight schools and colleges, St. Thomas offers a comprehensive university with undergraduate and graduate options.
Our two-year college, Dougherty Family College, is for students who want to obtain a four-year college degree. They receive financial, academic and professional support on the way to their goals.
All students can participate in Study Abroad, Research, and Internship opportunities, and access the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, which helps spread the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation across campus.
of classes are taught by faculty (not teaching assistants)
study abroad programs in 50+ countries
Featured Priorities
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New Schoenecker Center
The Schoenecker Center where creativity, design, art, teamwork, imagination, and ideas meet. This innovative space encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, making the St. Thomas graduate an asset to MN (and beyond).
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Collaborative Learning School
Starting in Fall 2023, the School of Education will partner with Saint Paul Public Schools’ Maxfield Elementary to form a Collaborative Learning School. Through an embedded classroom and year-long placements, this immersive experience will remove the gap between classroom learning and working in the field.
Racial Justice Initiative
The Racial Justice Initiative, led by Dr. Yohuru Williams, facilitates research, explores opportunities for community engagement, and sponsors critical conversations focused on history, race, and obstacles to progress, with a strong focus on the external community.
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Introducing President Rob Vischer
The Board of Trustees unanimously chose Rob Vischer as the 16th President of St. Thomas, following a nationwide search.
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Our Mission
Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.
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Visit Our Campuses
With one campus along the Mississippi River in St. Paul, a second campus in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, and a third campus in Rome, St. Thomas offers an urban experience with lots of greenery thrown in. But you can't believe everything you read on the internet. So come to campus and see it all for yourself.
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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At St. Thomas we believe diversity, equity and inclusion are indispensable to academic excellence and the holistic development of our students. Our university community includes and welcomes ALL people.
News from St. Thomas
Opus College of Business Faculty Share Research in Takeover of NPR’s Academic Minute
During the week of May 13, five faculty from Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas discussed their research on NPR’s “The Academic Minute” series. The daily segment features researchers from schools across the globe. In the Opus College of Business’ takeover, faculty shared their findings to help listeners better understand the… The post Opus College of Business Faculty Share Research in Takeover of NPR’s Academic Minute appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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May 31, 2024
Luann Dummer Center for Women Names Dr. Elizabeth Wilkinson as New Director
The Luann Dummer Center for Women (LDCW) at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota has appointed Dr. Elizabeth Wilkinson to serve as the next director of the center. Her directorship will begin on July 1, 2024. Wilkinson, who has been at St. Thomas since 2008, is an associate professor in the Department of English… The post Luann Dummer Center for Women Names Dr. Elizabeth Wilkinson as New Director appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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May 30, 2024
In the News: Dougherty Family College Featured in Chronicle of Higher Education Special Report
Dougherty Family College students Daesia Johnson and Bilal Madow were recently interviewed by the Chronicle of Higher Education for a special report on overcoming student loneliness, including the importance of socialization and extracurricular activities. From the report: Affinity groups provide students, especially from underrepresented demographics, “a sense of foundation and confidence.” … Madow was iffy… The post In the News: Dougherty Family College Featured in Chronicle of Higher Education Special Report appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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May 30, 2024
DOD SMART Scholar Leverages Master’s Degree for Career Pivot
Pursuing a master’s degree while working full time is not always easy to do. And landing a prestigious scholarship after enrollment can be challenging. However, for Frankie Torbor, his ambitions helped him land a SMART Scholarship with the Department of Defense, all while attending evening classes at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering… The post DOD SMART Scholar Leverages Master’s Degree for Career Pivot appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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May 29, 2024
In the News: St. Thomas School of Nursing Graduates Inaugural Class
Annette Hines, executive director of nursing at the University of St. Thomas Morrison Family College of Health, recently spoke with KSTP-TV and KARE 11 about the first graduating class of nurses from St. Thomas and the difference they will make through whole-person care and advancing health equity. From KSTP: The inaugural class of the new… The post In the News: St. Thomas School of Nursing Graduates Inaugural Class appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.