St. Thomas (MN): A Parent's Guide to Admissions, Cost & Outcomes
Officially University of St Thomas · Saint Paul, Minnesota · Private nonprofit · Open access · CDS 2024-2025
Ranked #156 (tie) in National Universities; Business Programs #149 (tie), Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs #26 (tie), Computer Science #276 (tie), Economics #185 (tie)U.S. News & World Report, Best Colleges 2027
Admission figures come from the 2024-2025 Common Data Set published by University of St Thomas.
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St. Thomas (MN) is a private nonprofit university in Saint Paul, Minnesota that admits about 85% of applicants, making it a open access school. The average family pays about $29,155 a year after financial aid, which matters more than the published sticker price. It is best known for Business Administration, Management and Operations, Finance and Financial Management Services and Marketing, its largest undergraduate programs by number of graduates. Its most recent Clery Act report shows roughly 5.6 criminal offenses per 1,000 students.
St. Thomas (MN) is a private institution located in Saint Paul, Minnesota. For the most recent reporting cycle, St. Thomas (MN) admits the majority of qualified applicants, with an overall admission rate of 85%. Admitted students typically post an average SAT of 1296 and an ACT composite around 25. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,155 per year, which is the figure most families actually pay rather than the published sticker price.
What GPA does my child need for St. Thomas (MN)?
St. Thomas (MN) has a broadly accessible admissions profile, and most students who complete a standard college-prep curriculum with a 3.0 GPA or higher are competitive for admission.
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SAT and ACT scores St. Thomas (MN) typically admits
The middle-50 SAT Math range is 620–710, with an EBRW midpoint near 620. The middle-50 ACT composite range is 25–30. Many applicants here submit scores; even slightly below the average can be competitive when combined with a strong GPA and curriculum.
| 25th percentile | n/a |
| 50th percentile | 1296 |
| 75th percentile | n/a |
| 25th percentile | 25 |
| 50th percentile | 25 |
| 75th percentile | 30 |
- • Test-optional: Standardized test scores are not required, but may be submitted and considered.
- • Test optional; scores can be self-reported, official scores required only before enrolling if used. (Minnesota St. Thomas.)
- • Checked for Fall 2027 applicants on St. Thomas (MN)'s admissions site. Policies change; confirm before you apply.
How much does St. Thomas (MN) actually cost?
Published tuition is $54,398 for in-state students and $54,398 for out-of-state, before grants and scholarships. Room and board adds roughly $14,969 annually. After need-based and merit aid, the average family pays a net price of $29,155 per year, and that is the number that actually matters for budgeting. Roughly 22% of students receive Pell Grants.
| Average net price (after aid) | $29,155 |
| Financial aid forms | FAFSA only (no CSS Profile)College Board 2026-27 list |
Application deadlines and early decision data for St. Thomas (MN)
Most popular majors at St. Thomas (MN)
The most popular undergraduate programs at St. Thomas (MN), measured by the number of students who actually graduate each year, are Business Administration, Management and Operations, Finance and Financial Management Services and Marketing. Across all programs, St. Thomas (MN) confers roughly 867 bachelor's degrees a year. Graduates of its Business Administration, Management and Operations program report a median income of about $79,513 five years after entering college. What these figures mean
| Major | Graduates / year | Median earnings (5 yrs out) |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 181 | $79,513 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 175 | $94,691 |
| Marketing | 141 | $76,644 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 80 | $92,439 |
| Psychology, General | 80 | $61,307 |
| Biology, General | 78 | $67,999 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 70 | $89,852 |
| Economics | 62 | $78,183 |
Is St. Thomas (MN) safe? Campus crime & safety
In its most recent Clery Act report (2024), St. Thomas (MN) disclosed 35 total criminal offenses across its campus and surrounding public property, about 5.6 per 1,000 students. That figure includes 6 violent offenses and 6 reported sexual assaults or VAWA offenses. Why per-1,000 rates, not counts
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Common questions parents ask about St. Thomas (MN)
What GPA do I need for St. Thomas (MN)?
St. Thomas (MN) has a broadly accessible admissions profile, and most students who complete a standard college-prep curriculum with a 3.0 GPA or higher are competitive for admission.
What SAT or ACT score does St. Thomas (MN) typically admit?
The middle-50 SAT Math range is 620–710, with an EBRW midpoint near 620. The middle-50 ACT composite range is 25–30.
How much does St. Thomas (MN) actually cost after financial aid?
The average net price at St. Thomas (MN) after grants and scholarships is $29,155 per year, against a published in-state tuition of $54,398. Budget against the net figure.
Is St. Thomas (MN) realistic for my child?
St. Thomas (MN) admits 85% of applicants, so 620–710 SAT Math is target range and below 620 is a reach. Then check the $29,155 average net price against what your family can carry.
What is the acceptance rate at St. Thomas (MN)?
St. Thomas (MN) accepts about 85% of applicants. It admits the majority of qualified applicants.
Is St. Thomas (MN) test-optional?
Yes. St. Thomas (MN) is test-optional for Fall 2027 applicants, so SAT and ACT scores are not required, but strong scores can still be submitted and will be considered.
Is St. Thomas (MN) a public or private school, and where is it located?
St. Thomas (MN) is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
What are the most popular majors at St. Thomas (MN)?
The largest undergraduate majors at St. Thomas (MN) by annual graduates are Business Administration, Management and Operations, Finance and Financial Management Services and Marketing. The school awards about 867 bachelor's degrees a year in total. These figures come from federal IPEDS completion data.
Is St. Thomas (MN) safe? What is its campus crime rate?
St. Thomas (MN) reported 35 total criminal offenses in its most recent Clery Act disclosure (2024), roughly 5.6 per 1,000 students. Compare the per-1,000 rate rather than the raw total, since larger schools report more incidents.
Sources: the 2024-2025 Common Data Set submitted by University of St Thomas, the College Scorecard and IPEDS, and Clery Act disclosures. What each source covers