university of St. Thomas

Location: St. Paul, Minnesota (pop. 304,547)

Size: medium (between 5,000 to 15,000 students

Description: As the largest private university in Minnesota, St. Thomas is great for students who want a large city experience with a close-knit college community. St. Thomas is in the heart of the Twin Cities and our students take full advantage of this, whether that being attending a concert or a Twins Game in Minneapolis during the weekend or finding valuable internship experiences with one of the 16 different Fortune 500 companies in the Twin Cities. As a Catholic university, we are built on Catholic intellectual tradition and develop future leaders of all faiths looking to make a positive impact on the world. Our mission is All For the Common Good, which is evident through our classroom experiences, volunteer opportunities, and more. St. Thomas students are eager to make a positive impact on our world today. 

Popular majors: Business, Health Sciences, Communication Studies, Engineering, Psychology

New & improved: We are opening our Schoenecker Center in 2024, a complex focusing on science, technology, engineering, arts and math. We are also planning to build a new Ice Hockey arena and Basketball practice facility. St. Thomas is growing and developing all ranges of opportunities!

What makes us special: Our students take full advantage of the vibrant community through internships and volunteering. Learning does not stay in the classroom, rather there are multiple opportunities for students to engage their thirst for knowledge whether that be through research, work experience internships, or study abroad. These experiences all contribute to our students' readiness for life after college; whether it be exploring potential career options or engaging in their intellectual curiosity. St. Thomas is a great place to grow and learn. 

Visit us at: www.stthomas.edu | Virtual Tour