Scholarships for Future Students
You've probably heard that the sticker price of college isn't actually what you'll pay. And that's definitely true at St. Thomas.
About 96% of first-year students receive merit scholarships that bring the average tuition cost down to $23,000 per year.
These scholarships are the reason why. Just click below to learn more about each scholarship's eligibility criteria, application requirements and deadlines.
St. Thomas Institutional Scholarships
St. Thomas Academic Scholarships are merit-based funds awarded based on academic achievement and contributions made to one's school and community. About 96 percent of incoming freshman students receive one of these scholarships.
Amount: Up to $33,000 per year
Eligibility: Prospective first-year students are automatically considered for these funds upon admission.
These merit-based scholarships recognize transfer students who have demonstrated academic success at the post-secondary level.
Amount: $5,000 - $26,000/year
Eligibility: Prospective transfer students pursuing their first bachelor's degree are automatically considered upon admission.
Awards are renewable provided the recipient:
- Remains consecutively enrolled as a full-time student at St. Thomas
- Maintains a St. Thomas GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Has fewer than 176 total credits (total transfer plus all attempted St. Thomas credits)
Transfer students who have participated in college access programs are eligible to receive an additional scholarship.
Amount: $2,000/year
Eligibility: Prospective transfer students (pursuing their first bachelor's degree) who have participated in a community-based educational organization or college access program (like College Possible, AVID, TRiO, etc.) and have indicated this on their application are automatically considered for this scholarship upon admission to the university.
Awards are renewable provided the recipient:
- Remains consecutively enrolled as a full-time student at St. Thomas
- Maintains a St. Thomas GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Has fewer than 176 total credits (total transfer plus all attempted St. Thomas credits)
National Merit Finalists who enroll at St. Thomas will be awarded funds in addition to any scholarships previously awarded by St. Thomas.
Amount: $10,000 per year in National Merit funds or related funds
Eligibility: Students selected as National Merit Finalists who declare St. Thomas as their first-choice institution with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation and who qualify for either a college-sponsored award or a $2,500 National Merit single-payment award.
Thanks to the generosity of Eugene and Mary Frey and the Frey Foundation, the Frey Opportunity Grant is awarded to a select number of students who demonstrate significant financial need (as determined by the FAFSA). Preference is given to first-generation and underrepresented students.
Amount: 10% to 70% of tuition
Eligibility: Prospective international undergraduate students
To be considered for the merit-based scholarship:
- Apply for admission to St. Thomas.
- Submit one or all of the following items for consideration:
- Test scores (ACT or SAT)
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal essay (can include information about financial need, if applicable)
- Resume
Contact:
International Admissions
international@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-6650
Board of Trustees Academic Scholarship
Amount: $2,000 - $4,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.75
Complete application review begins: February 19, 2022
Additional applications will be considered until the Trustee's Scholarship funds are exhausted.
Dease Scholarship Program
Named in honor of St. Thomas’ 14th President, the Reverend Dennis Dease, who was committed to making a St. Thomas education accessible to students from all socio-economic backgrounds, the University of St. Thomas annually selects approximately 10 well-qualified students to receive a full-tuition Dease Scholarship.
Amount: Full-tuition and required fees
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Students who attend a public or charter high school in the city of Minneapolis or St. Paul or any MN Catholic high school
- Students who have high financial need
- Students who demonstrate commitment to academic excellence, leadership and their communities.
Deadline: February 14, 2022
Opus College of Business Scholarships
Amount: $10,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.25
Application: Eligible students must complete an application and be invited to attend the Fauth Business Scholarship Test Day held in late February. The four scholarship recipients will be notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2022
The GHR Fellows program is a highly competitive, transformational undergraduate experience for students pursuing careers in business. Fellows receive full-tuition scholarships to the University of St. Thomas and customized programming designed to deliver leadership experiences – including global exposure through a fully funded J-Term study abroad experience.
Amount: Full-tuition between St. Thomas and GHR funding
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
- Embody the mission and values of the University of St. Thomas
- Model the values of GHR by demonstrating that you are ethical, innovative, globally aware and engaged in your community
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the GHR Fellows Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2022
These competitive scholarships are awarded by the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship to applicants with proven entrepreneurship potential who intend to major in Entrepreneurship. Multiple full-tuition scholarships will be awarded each year to qualified candidates.
Amount: Full tuition between St. Thomas and Schulze funding
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
- Preference for students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or greater
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the Schulze Innovation Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2022
Amount: $2,000 for one year only
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
Deadline: March 3, 2022
Fauth Business Scholarship
Amount: $10,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.25
Application: Eligible students must complete an application and be invited to attend the Fauth Business Scholarship Test Day held in late February. The four scholarship recipients will be notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2022
GHR Fellows Program
The GHR Fellows program is a highly competitive, transformational undergraduate experience for students pursuing careers in business. Fellows receive full-tuition scholarships to the University of St. Thomas and customized programming designed to deliver leadership experiences – including global exposure through a fully funded J-Term study abroad experience.
Amount: Full-tuition between St. Thomas and GHR funding
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
- Embody the mission and values of the University of St. Thomas
- Model the values of GHR by demonstrating that you are ethical, innovative, globally aware and engaged in your community
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the GHR Fellows Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2022
Schulze Innovation Scholarship
These competitive scholarships are awarded by the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship to applicants with proven entrepreneurship potential who intend to major in Entrepreneurship. Multiple full-tuition scholarships will be awarded each year to qualified candidates.
Amount: Full tuition between St. Thomas and Schulze funding
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
- Preference for students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or greater
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the Schulze Innovation Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2022
Willis Drake Young Entrepreneur Scholarship
Amount: $2,000 for one year only
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
Deadline: March 3, 2022
STEM Scholarships
Science, Mathematics & Engineering Scholarships
Two full-tuition scholarships and three $10,000/year scholarships for incoming first-year students who:
- Intend to major in a science, mathematics and/or engineering field
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
Deadline: November 15, 2021
STEM Scholarships
Board of Governors Scholarship
St. Thomas will offer one $10,000 renewable Engineering Board of Governors Scholarship and multiple $6,000 Freshman Research Fellow Grants to incoming first-year students who:
- Intend to major in Engineering
- Have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.5 and a strong class rank
Deadline: March 3, 2022
College of Arts & Sciences Scholarships
The ThreeSixty Journalism Program helps diverse Minnesota youth tell the stories of their lives and communities through strong writing and reporting. The University of St. Thomas awards one full-tuition scholarship each year to an eligible ThreeSixty participant.
Amount: Full tuition
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Completed a ThreeSixty Journalism summer camp
- Intend to major in Emerging Media
Deadline: March 3, 2022
Named in honor of Father James Whalen, long-time faculty member and department chair who specialized in Media Ethics, this scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit, demonstrated aptitude for communication, commitment to community service and career-related activities, and the promise of success in a journalism-related career.
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Journalism
- Must enroll in one Journalism class for the fall semester of their first year.
Deadline: March 3, 2022
Amount: Up to $2,000 for the first year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.3
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and leadership qualities
- An interest in developing both spiritually and professionally
- Hope to pursue a degree in the professions or sciences along with a major or minor in Catholic Studies
Complete application review begins: January 10, 2022. Finalists will be contacted to arrange a 15-minute in-person or virtual interview.
Additional applications will be considered until the Catholic Studies funding is exhausted.
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Involved in parish and Latino community
- Intend to major or minor in Catholic Studies
Deadline: March 3, 2022
Amount: Four-year scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: Students considering majors in music, music performance, music education or music business
Application:
- Online application via the standard Application Portal
- Audition video
- Two music recommendations
- If selected, perform at the on-campus scholarship invitational in late February
Deadline: February 1, 2022
ThreeSixty Journalism Scholarship
The ThreeSixty Journalism Program helps diverse Minnesota youth tell the stories of their lives and communities through strong writing and reporting. The University of St. Thomas awards one full-tuition scholarship each year to an eligible ThreeSixty participant.
Amount: Full tuition
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Completed a ThreeSixty Journalism summer camp
- Intend to major in Emerging Media
Deadline: March 3, 2022
Whalen Journalism Scholarship
Named in honor of Father James Whalen, long-time faculty member and department chair who specialized in Media Ethics, this scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit, demonstrated aptitude for communication, commitment to community service and career-related activities, and the promise of success in a journalism-related career.
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Journalism
- Must enroll in one Journalism class for the fall semester of their first year.
Deadline: March 3, 2022
Catholic Studies Scholarship
Amount: Up to $2,000 for the first year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.3
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and leadership qualities
- An interest in developing both spiritually and professionally
- Hope to pursue a degree in the professions or sciences along with a major or minor in Catholic Studies
Complete application review begins: January 10, 2022. Finalists will be contacted to arrange a 15-minute in-person or virtual interview.
Additional applications will be considered until the Catholic Studies funding is exhausted.
Habiger Institute Latino Scholars Scholarship
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Involved in parish and Latino community
- Intend to major or minor in Catholic Studies
Deadline: March 3, 2022
Music Major Scholarships
Amount: Four-year scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: Students considering majors in music, music performance, music education or music business
Application:
- Online application via the standard Application Portal
- Audition video
- Two music recommendations
- If selected, perform at the on-campus scholarship invitational in late February
Deadline: February 1, 2022
Other Scholarships
Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) scholarships are available for Air Force, Army and Navy/Marine ROTC students.
Amount: Varies
Application:
- High school seniors should apply through the respective websites for the Air Force, Army or Navy (including Marines) during the summer before or the fall of their senior year.
- Current college students should speak to the local ROTC detachment about scholarship opportunities.
Contacts:
Air Force ROTC Detachment 410 - (651) 962-6320 or afrotc@stthomas.edu
St. Thomas matches dollar-for-dollar, up to $2,000/year, scholarships students receive from a Dollars for Scholars chapter affiliated with Scholarship America.
Application:
- Create a student profile on the Scholarship America website.
- Use the site to find Dollars for Scholars affiliate chapters and apply for Dollars for Scholars scholarships and other scholarships.
- Update your Scholarship America profile to report that the University of St. Thomas is your college choice.
Horatio Alger Scholarships are competitively awarded to full-time undergraduate students from economically challenged households who have demonstrated integrity and determination in overcoming adversity in their lives and who have shown the academic potential and personal aspiration to make a unique contribution to society.
St. Thomas matches dollar-for-dollar, up to $4,000 per year, scholarships students receive from the Horatio Alger Association.
The Page Foundation (established by Alan Page, former Minnesota Viking, National Football League Hall of Fame member and Minnesota Supreme Court justice) provides scholarships to students of color from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area who want to pursue higher education.
St. Thomas matches dollar-for-dollar, up to $2,500/year, scholarships students receive from the Page Education Foundation.
Outside Scholarships Supported by St. Thomas
Amount: Up to $4,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Possess one-fourth or more Indian ancestry
- Minnesota resident
- Member of a federally recognized Indian tribe
Amount: Annual amount determined by law
Eligibility: Dependent children and the surviving spouse of a Minnesota public safety officer killed in the line of duty
Application:
- Download the application from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
- Obtain a certificate of eligibility from the Minnesota Commissioner of Public Safety.
- Submit the completed application to the St. Thomas Undergraduate Financial Aid Office.
Students of Indian ancestry are encouraged to contact their tribal education office to learn of any tribal funds that may be available to assist with educational expenses.
Minnesota Tribal Education contact information is provided by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
Minnesota Indian Scholarship Program
Amount: Up to $4,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Possess one-fourth or more Indian ancestry
- Minnesota resident
- Member of a federally recognized Indian tribe
Minnesota Public Safety Officers
Amount: Annual amount determined by law
Eligibility: Dependent children and the surviving spouse of a Minnesota public safety officer killed in the line of duty
Application:
- Download the application from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
- Obtain a certificate of eligibility from the Minnesota Commissioner of Public Safety.
- Submit the completed application to the St. Thomas Undergraduate Financial Aid Office.
Tribal Scholarship Funds
Students of Indian ancestry are encouraged to contact their tribal education office to learn of any tribal funds that may be available to assist with educational expenses.
Minnesota Tribal Education contact information is provided by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
Scholarships for International Students
Amount: 10% to 70% of tuition
Eligibility: Prospective international undergraduate students
To be considered for the merit-based scholarship:
- Apply for admission to St. Thomas.
- Submit one or all of the following items for consideration:
- Test scores (ACT or SAT)
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal essay (can include information about financial need, if applicable)
- Resume
Contact:
International Admissions
international@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-6650
The GHR Fellows program is a highly competitive, transformational undergraduate experience for students pursuing careers in business. Fellows receive full-tuition scholarships to the University of St. Thomas and customized programming designed to deliver leadership experiences - including global exposure through a fully funded J-Term study abroad experience.
Amount: Full-tuition between St. Thomas and GHR funding
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
- Embody the mission and values of the University of St. Thomas
- Model the values of GHR by demonstrating that you are ethical, innovative, globally aware and engaged in your community
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the GHR Fellows Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2022
These competitive scholarships are awarded by the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship to applicants with proven entrepreneurship potential who intend to major in Entrepreneurship. Multiple full-tuition scholarships will be awarded each year to qualified candidates.
Amount: Full tuition between St. Thomas and Schulze funding
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
- Preference for students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or greater
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the Schulze Innovation Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2021
Amount: Four-year scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: Students considering majors in music, music performance, music education or music business
Application:
- Online application via the standard Application Portal
- Audition video
- Two music recommendations
- If selected, perform at the on-campus scholarship invitational in late February
Deadline: February 1, 2022
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective freshmen who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Involved in parish and Latino community
- Intend to major or minor in Catholic Studies
Deadline: March 3, 2022
International Scholarship
Amount: 10% to 70% of tuition
Eligibility: Prospective international undergraduate students
To be considered for the merit-based scholarship:
- Apply for admission to St. Thomas.
- Submit one or all of the following items for consideration:
- Test scores (ACT or SAT)
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal essay (can include information about financial need, if applicable)
- Resume
Contact:
International Admissions
international@stthomas.edu
(651) 962-6650
GHR Fellows Program
The GHR Fellows program is a highly competitive, transformational undergraduate experience for students pursuing careers in business. Fellows receive full-tuition scholarships to the University of St. Thomas and customized programming designed to deliver leadership experiences - including global exposure through a fully funded J-Term study abroad experience.
Amount: Full-tuition between St. Thomas and GHR funding
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in business
- Cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.7
- Embody the mission and values of the University of St. Thomas
- Model the values of GHR by demonstrating that you are ethical, innovative, globally aware and engaged in your community
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the GHR Fellows Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2022
Schulze Innovation Scholarship
These competitive scholarships are awarded by the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship to applicants with proven entrepreneurship potential who intend to major in Entrepreneurship. Multiple full-tuition scholarships will be awarded each year to qualified candidates.
Amount: Full tuition between St. Thomas and Schulze funding
Eligibility:
- Prospective first-year students who have applied to St. Thomas
- Intend to major in Entrepreneurship
- Preference for students with a high school GPA of 3.5 or greater
Application: Eligible students must complete an application by January 7 and be invited to attend the Schulze Innovation Program Test Day held in late February. Scholarship recipients are notified in March.
Deadline: January 7, 2021
Music Major Scholarships
Amount: Four-year scholarships ranging from $6,000 to $25,000
Eligibility: Students considering majors in music, music performance, music education or music business
Application:
- Online application via the standard Application Portal
- Audition video
- Two music recommendations
- If selected, perform at the on-campus scholarship invitational in late February
Deadline: February 1, 2022
Habiger Institute Latino Scholars Scholarship
Amount: $2,000 per year
Eligibility:
- Prospective freshmen who have been admitted to St. Thomas
- Involved in parish and Latino community
- Intend to major or minor in Catholic Studies
Deadline: March 3, 2022