History
Founded in 1947 by the Basilian Fathers the University of St. Thomas embodies the principles of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, committed to the religious ethical and intellectual traditions of Catholic higher education.
Education
With more than 35 undergraduate majors and 20 graduate degrees focused on relevant career skills, you’re bound to find a program that will help you build your future in a field you love.
Research
The Research Symposium promotes undergraduate and graduate research at the University of St. Thomas. Involvement in research teaches students respect for the precepts of honesty and professional ethics.
Career
At Career and professional development services: we help you:
- Explore career options
- Identify a major that matches your skills and personality
- Find job and internship opportunities
- Communicate and network effectively (phone, email, online, face-to-face)
- Fine-tune your resume and cover letter
- Sharpen your interviewing skills
- Articulate your skills and experience
- Understand professional dress – what to wear, how to look and act
- Connect with prospective employers
Student services
The Office of Student Affairs is a general resource for any questions you have. Specifically, we help with:
- ID cards
- Extended absences
- Meal plan appeals
- Travel logistics (for academic or student club travel)
Housing services
- Guinan Hall - 2 and 3 person rooms are offered. All have private bathrooms.
- Young Hall - For upperclassmen. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units are offered.
- Clare Hall - Open to females only. 2 and 3 person rooms are offered.
- Townhomes - Faith-based Living Learning Communities, separated by males and females
Library services
Doherty Library offers:
- Endowed Collections
- Gift Collections
- Archives
- Cardinal Beran Library
ICT services
- Basic cable TV (access to 64 channels)
- High-speed internet connection ports
- Wi-Fi
Medical services
The mission of the University of St. Thomas Health Services is to provide high-quality, patient-centered health care that promotes the health and well-being of the entire St. Thomas community.
Campus life
The campus is located in Houston's Museum District and Innovation Corridor, a diverse and vibrant urban environment with professional opportunities. We're just steps from downtown and the famed Texas Medical Center where many students perform prestigious internships. Read more about our mission and vision.
Sports facilities
The Jerabeck Activity and Athletic Center is available to all UST students, faculty and staff.
Amenities include:
- Gymnasium
- Cardio and weight rooms
- Racquetball courts
- Fitness studio
- Outdoor pool
- Racquetball courts
- Practice turf
Student clubs
- Aquinas Honor Society
- Biology (Beta Beta Beta: Tri-Beta)
- Business (Beta Alpha Psi)
- Catholic Studies (Alpha Tau Omicron Omega)
- Catholic Studies (Delta Epsilon Sigma)
- Communication (Lambda Pi Eta)
- Continuing education (Alpha Sigma Lambda)
- Criminology (Alpha Phi Sigma)
- Drama/Theater (Alpha Psi Omega)
- Education (Kappa Delta Pi)
- English (Sigma Tau Delta)
Accreditation
The University of St. Thomas is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call 713-522-7911 for questions about the accreditation of the University of St. Thomas.
The University of St. Thomas (UST) Overview
The University of St. Thomas (UST) Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top % United States
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Academic Ranking of World Universities
901
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 |
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| - | - | 901 |
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The University of St. Thomas (UST) Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Houston City
The University of St. Thomas (UST) Student Reviews & Awards
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WHO AM I TODAY?
My overall school experience was outstanding. On a personal and professional level. I say this because I grew a lot from my experiences. I studied in a foreign country and was alone with no family around to comfort me. This gave me a sense of responsibility and I enjoyed discovering myself throughout this journey. School, especially it being Catholic, was able to help me a lot throughout my difficult times. I loved that the professors were super understanding, communicative, and motivating. The professors were open to talking to their students about every difficulty. My university showed me what it is to be and stay focused and no matter what you go through make sure that you are doing everything to achieve the goal that you want to achieve. Especially my Theology professors pushed me to be and do my best.
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