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Incoming freshmen, transfer students, graduate students, first-generation students – no matter how your path has led you to UST, you are welcome here! As Houston’s Catholic University, students like you have graduated into successful careers in medicine, education, business, public administration, and more – throughout Houston and across the globe – for more than 75 years.

Located in Houston’s Museum District and Innovation Corridor, our diverse student body reflects the city itself. We welcome students of all faiths and of no faith. And whether you're looking to major in STEM, go to law school, finish your bachelor's degree, or pursue an MBA, you have a home at UST.

13:1

Student-To-Faculty Ratio

40+

Undergraduate Majors

30+

Graduate Degrees

$52,914

Average First-Year Salary

FOR ALL UST GRADUATES

Source: TX Higher Ed Coordinating Board 2011-16

DEGREE PROGRAMS

Become a part of the next generation of leaders with a degree from UST. With more than 40 undergraduate majors, 30 graduate degrees, seven fully online associate degrees, and over two dozen certificates and pre-professional tracks focused on relevant career skills, you’re bound to find a program that will help you build your future in a field you love.

An Education You Can Afford

Higher education is a major investment in yourself. UST is dedicated to creating quality degrees with affordable plans for students. If your scholarship(s) and financial aid do not fully cover what you owe in tuition and fees, you may be able to pay the difference by taking out a student loan or setting up a monthly payment plan with 0% interest through our business office.

ST. THOMAS PROMISE

The St. Thomas Promise means full undergraduate scholarships for families making under $50K.

Explore the St. Thomas Promise program for details and eligibility.

FIRST-GENERATION STUDENTS

We know that a large portion of our student body are first-generation students – and we are so happy to welcome you!

If this is something you can relate to, we can help answer all of your questions, from what degree you’d like to pursue, what life is like on campus, how financial aid works, and all the resources available for new students. Fill out the Request Information form, and we’ll reach out to you directly to help with anything you may need.

As Diverse As Our CommunitiesAs Diverse As Our Communities

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Hispanic-Serving Institution

In 2022, UST received top ranking as the #1 private Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) in the United States, determined by Steppingblocks, a data analytics company that provides workforce and education analysis. According to the survey, UST ranks among the top 20 HSIs nationwide, including 16 public and 4 private universities.

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Asian-Serving Institution

Beginning in 2019, the Department of Education designated UST as an Asian-Serving Institution and a Minority-Serving Institution. To receive the Asian-Serving Institution designation, a school must have an enrollment of undergraduate students that is at least 10 percent Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students.

Student Life

Life on campus is filled with events, activities, clubs, and more. Being a student means you’ll be part of a caring and welcoming Celt family.

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Admissions Staff

Alejandra Vasquez-Romero Undergraduate Admissions Counselor II

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Nicholas Hernandez Associate Director of Admission East of 288/South of I-10E

Nicholas Hernandez Associate Director of Admission

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Caroline Battel Undergraduate Admissions Counselor II

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Christopher Cheek Senior Nursing Counselor

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Vawn Gretta Stearnes Senior Graduate Admissions Counselor

Vawn Gretta Stearnes, MSM Senior Graduate Admissions Counselor

Sara Nevares Johnson Dean of Admissions

Tandra Semiens Director of Undergraduate Admissions

Melissa Collins Undergraduate Admissions Counselor I

Patrick Fretwell Admissions Counselor I

Slide 1: Alejandra Vasquez-Romero Undergraduate Admissions Counselor II
Slide 2: Nicholas Hernandez Associate Director of Admission East of 288/South of I-10E
Slide 3: Caroline Battel Undergraduate Admissions Counselor II
Slide 4: Christopher Cheek, Senior Nursing Counselor
Slide 5: Vawn Gretta Stearnes Senior Graduate Admissions Counselor
Slide 6: Sara Nevares Johnson Dean of Admissions
Slide 7: Tandra Semiens Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Slide 8: Melissa Collins, Undergraduate Admissions Counselor I
Slide 9: Patrick Fretwell, Admissions Counselor I

A Tradition of Excellence

For more than 75 years, UST has provided students with a quality education in Houston – and we’re only getting started! Here are just a few of our recognized distinctions. We welcome you and your family to request more information or schedule a visit to find out more about the UST experience.