University of St Thomas Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of St Thomas is a private research university in Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving roughly 6,245 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 85.36% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $73,739 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $54,398
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,155 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 85.36% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,245 98.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 76.38%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 13.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 49.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1296
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 6,610
- Applicants (IPEDS): 8,813
- Room & Board: $14,969 annual estimate
University of St Thomas: what the data shows
Common questions about University of St Thomas, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of St Thomas?
University of St Thomas is located in Saint Paul, MN (ZIP 55105-1078).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of St Thomas public or private?
University of St Thomas is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of St Thomas cost?
Published tuition: $54,398.
Average net price after aid: $29,155.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $28,131 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $26,820 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $24,357 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $25,363 |
| $110,001+ | $33,232 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $217,592.
How hard is it to get into University of St Thomas?
Admission rate: 85.36%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1296 and midpoint ACT 25.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of St Thomas?
Total enrollment: 6,245 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,610 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,140 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of St Thomas?
150%-time completion rate: 76.38%.
First-year retention: 88.4%.
What do graduates of University of St Thomas earn?
Median earnings: $62,412 six years after entry; $73,739 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
21.77% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of St Thomas known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (257 completions)
- Law (163 completions)
- Finance, General (158 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (146 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (104 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, Other (101 completions)
- Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration (96 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (92 completions)
- Information Technology (87 completions)
- Social Work (86 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of St Thomas a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 85.36%; completion rate 76.38%; median earnings $73,739 at 10 years; net price $29,155. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$54,398
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of St Thomas was $54,398.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,155
2024 Value
In 2024 University of St Thomas had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,155.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$116,620 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,155 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$217,592 4-Year Tuition
$14,969 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$70,367 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$281,468 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of St Thomas.
Financial Aid by Income Level
21.77% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
44.01% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of St Thomas was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of St Thomas in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $35,308 | $35,308 | $31,482 |
| 2014 | $36,682 | $36,682 | $29,465 |
| 2015 | $38,105 | $38,105 | $28,374 |
| 2016 | $39,594 | $39,594 | $29,713 |
| 2017 | $41,133 | $41,133 | $30,503 |
| 2018 | $42,736 | $42,736 | $28,904 |
| 2019 | $45,780 | $45,780 | $29,155 |
| 2020 | $47,383 | $47,383 | $31,066 |
| 2021 | $48,329 | $48,329 | $28,142 |
| 2022 | $50,366 | $50,366 | $28,233 |
| 2023 | $52,284 | $52,284 | $30,525 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85.36% Acceptance Rate
8,813 Total Applicants
7,486 Students Admitted
1,681 First-Time Students Enrolled
22.46% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1296
ACT Average: 25
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of St Thomas reported total enrollment of about 6,245 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 50% male and 50% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (62.5%), Hispanic or Latino (11.3%), and Black or African American (8.7%). About 21.77% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 13.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of St Thomas in 2024 is 6,245 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,610 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,140 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
88.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 62.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
67.46% 100% Completion Time
76.38% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 67.46% of students graduating from University of St Thomas completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 56% male / 44% female
- Law: 37% male / 63% female
- Finance, General: 79% male / 21% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of St Thomas.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$73,739 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.53% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
532.30% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of St Thomas.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 110 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 257 completions
2. Law: 163 completions
3. Finance, General: 158 completions
4. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 146 completions
5. Mechanical Engineering: 104 completions
6. Special Education and Teaching, Other: 101 completions
7. Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration: 96 completions
8. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 92 completions
9. Information Technology: 87 completions
Most popular programs at University of St Thomas.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of St Thomas graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of St Thomas from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 49.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,771
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $15,681
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of St Thomas is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Paul, MN, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Law, Finance, General. Enrollment is approximately 6,245 students. Student body composition includes White (62.5%), Hispanic or Latino (11.3%), Black or African American (8.7%). The admission rate is 85.36%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1296. The 150%-time completion rate is 76.38%. Approximately 21.77% of students receive Pell Grants. About 13.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Saint Paul, MN 55105-1078
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 110 distinct degree programs, University of St Thomas provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of St Thomas located?
University of St Thomas is located in Saint Paul, MN.
What is University of St Thomas's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of St Thomas is 85.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 8,813 applicants and 7,486 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of St Thomas cost?
Reported tuition is $54,398 and average net price is $29,155 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,969 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of St Thomas?
University of St Thomas reports undergraduate enrollment of about 6,610 students, White (62.5%), Hispanic or Latino (11.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of St Thomas?
About 13.8% of students at University of St Thomas are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of St Thomas?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of St Thomas reports midpoint SAT about 1296 and midpoint ACT about 25.
What do graduates of University of St Thomas earn?
Median earnings are $62,412 six years after entry and $73,739 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of St Thomas?
The 150%-time completion rate is 76.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of St Thomas students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
Is University of St Thomas public or private?
University of St Thomas is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Paul, MN.
Is University of St Thomas an HBCU?
No. University of St Thomas is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of St Thomas a tribal college?
No. University of St Thomas is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Minnesota college costs
- Minnesota colleges by ROI
- Saint Paul, Minnesota city profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Minnesota
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.