University of St. Thomas

If you want to apply to University of St. Thomas, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who apply to University of St. Thomas for fall semester should anticipate a decision by October 1.

University of St. Thomas Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of St. Thomas's admissions stats.

University of St. Thomas 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	22%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	61%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	16%
Waitlist	No

University of St. Thomas Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of St. Thomas.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Info Not Available	––	––

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Applying Early to University of St. Thomas?

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University of St. Thomas does not offer early decision

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How To Get Into University of St. Thomas

Getting into University of St. Thomas is moderately difficult.

In 2021, University of St. Thomas accepted 98% of students, about 1,123 from the 1,141 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of St. Thomas, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to Nursing Program, Honors is program extremely difficult.

Transferring to University of St. Thomas

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of St. Thomas

University of St. Thomas has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of St. Thomas?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of St. Thomas

What does University of St. Thomas consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with University of St. Thomas for more information on admission factors.

University of St. Thomas 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of St. Thomas, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of St. Thomas's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement		√
Interview			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation		3
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.8

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of St. Thomas?

Students admitted to University of St. Thomas have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 66% submitted a class rank. At University of St. Thomas 22% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 50% were in the top 25% and 83% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of St. Thomas, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	22.88%
3.75 and 3.99	17.22%
3.50 and 3.74	19.8%
3.25 and 3.49	18.25%
3.00 and 3.24	12.6%
2.50 and 2.9	7.71%
2.00 and 2.49	1.03%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of St. Thomas directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of St. Thomas considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

University of St. Thomas is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 61% of University of St. Thomas's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 16% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of St. Thomas?

To be competitive with other University of St. Thomas applicants, you should aim to earn between 1035 and 1210 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of St. Thomas 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1210 and 25% of scored lower than 1035, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of St. Thomas students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of St. Thomas students scored 617.5 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for University of St. Thomas?

To be most competitive at University of St. Thomas, you should strive to earn between 18.75 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of St. Thomas's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 18.75 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of St. Thomas students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.75.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of St. Thomas

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of St. Thomas.

Transfer students can enroll in University of St. Thomas during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of St. Thomas Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of St. Thomas?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of St. Thomas.

Does University of St. Thomas accept transfer credits?

✅ University of St. Thomas accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of St. Thomas accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

Does University of St. Thomas accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of St. Thomas accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of St. Thomas?

✅ University of St. Thomas is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is University of St. Thomas's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of St. Thomas is 98%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of St. Thomas?

❌ University of St. Thomas does not offer early decision.

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