Acceptance Rate
90%
Avg. SAT
1210
75th percentile
“Houston's Catholic university blending Thomistic philosophy with urban energy in artsy Montrose.”
Houston, TX
Location
Large City
Campus Setting
Nestled in the eclectic Montrose neighborhood, campus life pulses with the city's diversity, from street murals to nearby cafes, but expect the urban hum of traffic and construction as a daily backdrop. Students drawn to a faith-infused liberal arts experience fit best here, while those seeking a secluded rural retreat or high-energy party atmosphere might feel out of place. Housing mixes on-campus dorms with off-campus apartments in a pricey city where living costs add up quickly beyond tuition.
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Academics
Student-Faculty Ratio
Programs Offered
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Women Faculty
Research Spending
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The intellectual culture rewards curiosity about big questions over rote memorization, with faculty who often weave real-world Houston ties into lessons on energy ethics or urban policy. Tradeoffs include fewer resources for niche STEM compared to larger neighbors, so ambitious researchers might transfer out for specialized facilities.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
3,365 undergrad • 936 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
23%
Black / African American
11%
Hispanic / Latino
48%
Asian
9%
Other / Multi-racial
9%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Houston, TX
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Residential life clusters freshmen in single-sex halls fostering quick bonds, but upperclassmen often scatter to nearby apartments amid Houston's humid heat and sprawling layout. The social scene stays tame, suiting studious types over nightlife seekers, while the city's museums and pro sports offer easy escapes if you navigate traffic.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Room & Board
Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$16,902
$30K – $48K
$16,607
$48K – $75K
$18,267
$75K – $110K
$19,214
$110K+
$23,960
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
78%
4 Years Graduation Rate
43%
6 Years Graduation Rate
57%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$59,224
78% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of St Thomas and return in the fall. 43% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 57% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
43%
4-5 years
14%
6-8 years
2%
Non-grad
41%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$31,724
Acceptance
90%
Undergrads
3,365
4-Year Grad Rate
43%
Endowment
$144M
Houston, TX 77006-4696
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