Houston's only Catholic university grounded in faith, reason, and liberal arts excellence since 1947.
UST offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs grounded in the liberal arts and informed by the Catholic intellectual tradition. The university is accredited by SACSCOC to award baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. Academic divisions include the Cameron School of Business, Carol and Odis Peavy School of Nursing, School of Arts and Sciences, School of Education and Human Services, and School of Theology. Students engage with a core curriculum emphasizing critical thinking, ethical leadership, and effective communication across disciplines including sciences, humanities, business, nursing, and theology.
Located in Houston's vibrant Montrose neighborhood adjacent to the Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel, UST integrates historic architecture (Link-Lee Mansion, Hughes House) with modern facilities (Chapel of St. Basil, Center for Science and Health Professions). The campus community includes students from over 50 countries. Student life features traditions such as Feasting with the Saints and Neewollah, plus 50+ student clubs, leadership opportunities, athletics, and sacred music performances. The university emphasizes a small-town feel within a major metropolitan city.
UST welcomes first-year, transfer, and graduate students through a streamlined admissions process. Prospective students apply online and submit transcripts, test scores (if applicable), and recommendation letters. The admissions team provides personal guidance throughout the application review and decision process. The university honors the dignity of the human person in admissions and aims for timely decision turnaround. Contact: admissions@stthom.edu.
Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the charisms of the Basilian Fathers—goodness, discipline, knowledge, and community—UST emphasizes the dialogue between faith and reason. The university is faithful to the Magisterium and recognized as a Cardinal Newman Guide Recommended College. Education is framed as transformational, forming the whole person (mind, heart, and spirit) through engagement with truth, ethical responsibility, and Catholic Social Teaching.