3800 Montrose
Houston, Texas 77006-4626

The University of St. Thomas is a private, Catholic College located in Houston, Texas. The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1947 by the Basilian Fathers. It was the first and only Catholic university in Houston and remains so today. Founded on the Catholic principles of education and faith, with an emphasis on providing a quality education, the University of St. Thomas has been recognized as a leader in academics. Since 1994, U.S. News & World Report has named the University of St. Thomas as one of the top tier mid-sized Western schools. More than 3,300 students enroll at the University of St. Thomas each year.

The University of St. Thomas offers more than 30 Bachelor's degree programs and 11 Master's degree programs. Bachelor's degree programs include: accounting; biochemistry; bioinformatics; biology; catholic studies; chemistry; communication; drama; education; English; environmental studies; finance; French; general business; general studies; history; international development; international studies; liberal arts; marketing, mathematics; music; music education; pastoral studies; philosophy; political science; psychology; Spanish; studio arts; and theology. Additionally, the University of St. Thomas offers 17 minors and pre-professional programs.

Master's degree programs at the University of St. Thomas include: accounting; business administration; divinity; education; liberal arts; pastoral studies; philosophy; and theological studies.

Approximately 45 percent of undergraduate students live on campus in one of the dorm-style or apartment style residence halls. Augustine Hall is a special residence designed to help students establish a sense of community within their residence environment.

Quick Facts:

The University of St. Thomas is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

More than 90 percent of the faculty at the University of St. Thomas have earned terminal degrees in their field of study.

Class sizes are small at the University of St. Thomas, with an average student to teacher ratio of 13:1.

Students at University of St. Thomas come from more than 30 states in the United States and over 50 foreign countries.

There are more than 70 student organizations on campus at the University of St. Thomas in which student can become involved. There are two intercollegiate sports teams at the University of St. Thomas: men's soccer and women's volleyball. There are also a number of recreational, as well as intramural sports teams at the There are two intercollegiate sports teams at the University of St. Thomas.

More than 80 percent of the student population receives some form of financial aid, totaling more than $20 million.

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