97%
of Tommies are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
Your potential creates possibilities
100% of first-year students are offered a St. Thomas scholarship because we believe you are much more than just your GPA.
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.
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.
A place to grow and thrive
With 150+ majors and minors to choose from, there is something for everyone.
Academics
With eight schools and colleges, St. Thomas offers a comprehensive university with undergraduate and graduate options.
Our two-year 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 , 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
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.
Life on Campus
When you live here, we help you make it feel like home. Here we offer the classic college campus experience with the comfort of being in a small neighborhood nestled within Saint Paul, MN, near the Mississippi River.
Outcomes & Career Readiness
St. Thomas students graduate with a liberal arts foundation and loads of real-life readiness to become global citizens. Students who earn their degree here are ready to lead teams, communicate effectively and successfully influence others - in the workplace or in graduate school.
Support & Inclusion
We strive to create a culture of caring together. We provide the resources to help you in and out of the classroom, to find your community, take care of your well-being and find a space to belong and learn.
Featured Priorities
Commitment to STEM + Arts
From coursework to workspaces, we weave the arts, engineering and science together, fostering creativity and collaboration at every turn.
Whole Person Health
The Morrison Family College of Health educates future healthcare providers on how to advance the physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being of their communities.
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Entrepreneurship is a way our students and alumni look at the world. Across all disciplines we’ve created a hub of innovative thinking, transforming passion into action.
News from St. Thomas
April 23, 2025
Peter Watson’s journey from a small dairy farm in southeastern Minnesota to the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C., exemplifies his lifelong commitment to service and the pursuit of excellence. A Marine Corps veteran, Watson’s path has been shaped by his experiences in the military, higher education, and international relations, all anchored in his dedication… The post How a Kid From a Dairy Farm Found His Career in Global Affairs appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 22, 2025
Dr. Manjeet Rege, the director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke with TechTarget about how quantum computing can improve supply chains. From the story: Quantum computing shows real potential to transform supply chain management and logistics. Although availability of quantum computing at scale… The post In the News: Manjeet Rege on Quantum Computing and Supply Chains appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 22, 2025
Tyler Schipper, an economist and associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke to Marketplace about the connection between tariffs and rising supply chain prices. From the story: Although President Donald Trump has a habit of slapping on and then rolling back tariffs, these duties may… The post In the News: Tyler Schipper on Tariffs and Rising Prices appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 22, 2025
Mark Osler, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke to Forbes about a judge ruling that Trump officials likely committed criminal contempt by flying migrants to El Salvador despite a court order forbidding it. From the story: Federal law states contempt charges should be prosecuted by the government, “unless the interest of… The post In the News: Mark Osler on El Salvador Flights appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 22, 2025
Father Christopher Collins ’93, SJ, vice president for mission at the University of St. Thomas, was interviewed by numerous media outlets regarding the passing of Pope Francis. From The Minnesota Star Tribune article: Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on St. Valentine’s Day. He died at 88 on Easter Monday. The symmetry and… The post In the News: Father Chris Collins Reflecting on Pope Francis appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.