Dear Parents,
At the University of St. Thomas, we are
committed to helping students achieve in every endeavor. Quality
academics and competitive athletics are seen as an integral part
of a student’s education.
St. Thomas is a Catholic, Liberal Arts University located just
off the Mississippi River in St. Paul. Rated as one of the top
fifteen regional colleges by U.S. News and World Report it
offers baccalaureate degrees in 48 areas of study as well as
opportunities for post-graduate work and advanced degrees in
fields of Education, Psychology and Business Administration. Our
beautiful campus combines the convenience and sense of community
so integral to a small college, yet has easy access to a diverse
range of the Twin Cities. With an enrollment of approximately
5000 student’s class sizes are small, student involvement is
high, and instructors take a very active role in the educational
experience. St. Thomas’ location, its academic reputation, and
the success of its students in all walks of life provide the St.
Thomas graduate with unique opportunities for internships,
work-study and employment.
As a coach, but more importantly as an
educator, I know and value the role of a school in providing
opportunities for a student to develop their full potential. I
am confident St. Thomas will challenge your son in the classroom
and on the track in such a way as to bring out his best. There
is a tradition of athletic excellence at St. Thomas, which I
believe he would enjoy being a part of. During the last nineteen
years, the track and field teams at St. Thomas have won all but
two Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Championships.
These teams have also had a run of strong finishes at the NCAA
Championships.
By now you are probably aware that
Division III schools such as St. Thomas are not allowed to
provide athletic scholarships. Although the cost of a college
education can certainly be daunting, nearly 80% of our students
qualify for financial aid. There are also various types of
work-study available on campus. The Financial Aid Office would
be helpful in assessing financial needs.
Each year
thousands of high school athletes and their families are involved in the college recruiting process. The ability to weigh all
options can be confusing and frustrating at times.
For this reason I have I’ve put together this information. Additionally, if I can
be of assistance answering questions, setting up visits, etc.,
please do not hesitate to contact me.
