Introducing President Rob Vischer
The Board of Trustees unanimously chose Rob Vischer as the 16th President of St. Thomas, following a nationwide search.
Lee and Penny Anderson Arena
The new home for Tommies hockey and basketball is made possible by a record-breaking, $75 million gift, further elevating the university as a leading Division I national Catholic university
Visit Campus
Meet with an admissions counselor, tour campus or join us for an event. We have many ways to explore campus - both virtually and in-person.
St. Thomas is a Best Value in Education
When it comes to academic quality, U.S. News & World Report ranks St. Thomas a top value in Minnesota, and one of the best values in the nation.
Higher education with a higher calling
Educating morally responsible leaders who advance the common good.
Academics
With eight schools and colleges, St. Thomas offers a comprehensive university with undergraduate and graduate options.
Our two-year college, Dougherty Family College, is for students who want to obtain a four-year college degree. They receive financial, academic and professional support on the way to their goals.
All students can participate in Study Abroad, Research, and Internship opportunities, and access the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship, which helps spread the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation across campus.
Rob Vischer and the Office of the President
Our Mission
Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.
97%
of Tommies are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
100%
of classes are taught by faculty (not teaching assistants)
55+
graduate programs
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At St. Thomas we believe diversity, equity and inclusion are indispensable to academic excellence and the holistic development of our students. Our university community includes and welcomes ALL people.
Visit Our Campuses
With one campus along the Mississippi River in St. Paul, a second campus in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, and a third campus in Rome, St. Thomas offers an urban experience with lots of greenery thrown in. But you can't believe everything you read on the internet. So come to campus and see it all for yourself.
Featured Priorities
New Schoenecker Center
Opening in 2024 with over 130,000 square feet, the Schoenecker Center will help St. Thomas meet the rapidly evolving needs of the community and employers by enabling collaborative, interdisciplinary education that incorporates diverse viewpoints into students’ work.
Collaborative Learning School
Starting in Fall 2023, the School of Education will partner with Saint Paul Public Schools’ Maxfield Elementary to form a Collaborative Learning School. Through an embedded classroom and year-long placements, this immersive experience will remove the gap between classroom learning and working in the field.
Racial Justice Initiative
The Racial Justice Initiative, led by Dr. Yohuru Williams, facilitates research, explores opportunities for community engagement, and sponsors critical conversations focused on history, race, and obstacles to progress, with a strong focus on the external community.
News from St. Thomas
St. Thomas Appoints a ‘Lifer’ as the University’s First Woman CIO
The University of St. Thomas recently promoted one of its own to chief information officer from the interim CIO role assumed six months prior. Moreover, the appointee is a woman. Karen Julian ’94, ’98 MBA has risen through the ranks since the first tech job she accepted over 30 years ago while a student at the… The post St. Thomas Appoints a ‘Lifer’ as the University’s First Woman CIO appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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St. Thomas Energy Innovation Receives Multiyear Funding From Congress
University of St. Thomas’ innovation in renewable energy is catching the eye of lawmakers in Washington, resulting in new federal partnerships that are garnering national attention. Thanks to the efforts of U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum, more than $10 million is on its way to St. Thomas to advance microgrid research and establish a new center… The post St. Thomas Energy Innovation Receives Multiyear Funding From Congress appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Interprofessional Teaching Leads Students to Collaborative Careers
Nurses and social workers collaborate daily when caring for patients, but the students training for these professions almost never cross paths. The Morrison Family College of Health at the University of St. Thomas is changing that thanks to a plan of integrated learning and teaching across health disciplines. Together, students from the Susan S.… The post Interprofessional Teaching Leads Students to Collaborative Careers appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Tales from the Archives: Irish Cultural Connections
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, it is time to celebrate all things Irish. But instead of a parade and green beer, take a look back at some of the intellectual and cultural connections St. Thomas has made with the Emerald Isle over its history. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the university welcomed… The post Tales from the Archives: Irish Cultural Connections appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Second Straight Year: St. Thomas Earns Military Friendly School Gold
The University of St. Thomas’ dedication to student veterans continues to be recognized at the top level. For the second year in a row, the university received the Military Friendly School Gold Award. St. Thomas has been recognized as a Military Friendly School for six years in a row. “I’m thankful to St. Thomas faculty,… The post Second Straight Year: St. Thomas Earns Military Friendly School Gold appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.