97%
of Tommies are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
A place to grow and thrive
With 150+ majors and minors to choose from, there is something for everyone.
See yourself at St. Thomas
We create a learning space where you can thrive, find your community and create life-long connections with friends and faculty.
Your potential creates possibilities
99% of first-year students receive a scholarship from St. Thomas because we believe you are much more than just your gpa.
A picture-perfect home
From residence life and campus gatherings to 140+ student clubs and D-I collegiate athletics, step into a vibrant, fun environment where friendships are forged and valuable connections can begin.
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.
100%
of classes are taught by faculty (not teaching assistants)
300+
study abroad programs in 50+ countries
Featured Priorities
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).
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.
Introducing President Rob Vischer
The Board of Trustees unanimously chose Rob Vischer as the 16th President of St. Thomas, following a nationwide search.
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.
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.
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
April 19, 2024
Appellate Clinic Students Argue to U.S. Court of Appeals
Third-year students in the University of St. Thomas School of Law Appellate Clinic argued a constitutional case involving the use of force by a correctional officer against a prisoner before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit in San Francisco, California, on April 2. The case, DaJuan Williams v. David Winget, et al.,… The post Appellate Clinic Students Argue to U.S. Court of Appeals appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 17, 2024
ThreeSixty Journalism Honors Mukhtar Ibrahim and Adrienne Broaddus
Two award-winning journalists with local ties gave inspirational speeches during the annual fundraiser for the ThreeSixty Journalism high school program that is sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. Mukhtar Ibrahim, CEO-publisher and founder of the Sahan Journal, a newspaper that serves Minnesota’s immigrant community, and… The post ThreeSixty Journalism Honors Mukhtar Ibrahim and Adrienne Broaddus appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 17, 2024
In the News: Tyler Schipper Weighs in on Grocery Store Price Comparison by the Star Tribune
Tyler Schipper, economics professor at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with the Star Tribune for a story comparing prices at eight different grocery stores in the Twin Cities. From the story: Food price increases have been front of mind since the pandemic spurred a host of supply chain… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper Weighs in on Grocery Store Price Comparison by the Star Tribune appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 17, 2024
In the News: Arik Hanson and Peter Gregg Discuss the Rise of Social Media Majors
Arik Hanson and Peter Gregg, faculty members at the University of St. Thomas College of Arts and Sciences, recently spoke with the Star Tribune about new majors geared toward developing professional social media skills. From the story: Companies want to reach those audiences – and get their products in front of as many eyes as… The post In the News: Arik Hanson and Peter Gregg Discuss the Rise of Social Media Majors appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 17, 2024
In the News: Tonia Jones Peterson on the Tommie High 5
Tonia Jones Peterson, director of retention and student success at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with WCCO Radio about feedback from students and staff regarding the Tommie High 5 recognition program. From the interview: Host: So how does this work? Peterson: This provides faculty an opportunity to click on a button. When students… The post In the News: Tonia Jones Peterson on the Tommie High 5 appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.