University of St Thomas Admission Requirements

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University of St Thomas Admission Overview

University of St Thomas admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year University of St Thomas admitted 85.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.63 GPA (A-) and SAT 1260-1423 / ACT 25-30. University of St Thomas is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of St Thomas is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of St Thomas Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

85.4%

Admission Standards

Very High

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The University of St Thomas acceptance rate is 85.4%. Last year, 8,343 of 9,774 applicants were admitted. That is the 18th lowest acceptance rate in Minnesota.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of St Thomas and can you get accepted?

University of St Thomas is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.

University of St Thomas typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.63. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of St Thomas GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.63

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.63

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of St Thomas typically have around a 3.63 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. University of St Thomas is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #7 in Minnesota for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of St Thomas SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1260-1423

Freshmen who sent SAT

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 640
Math 620
Composite 1260

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 713
Math 710
Composite 1423

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of St Thomas typically score around a 1340 SAT (middle 50% 1260–1423) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 91st percentile nationally. University of St Thomas ranks #5 in the state of Minnesota and #145 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1260 to 1423

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

University of St Thomas is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1340 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of St Thomas
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1423+	Above 75th	>92%
1340 to 1423	Avg +	85%-92%
1260 to 1340	Avg -	75%-85%
Below 1260	Below mid-50	<75%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of St Thomas ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

25-30

Freshmen reporting ACT

27%

25th Percentile Scores

English 23
Math 24
Composite 25

75th Percentile Scores

English 30
Math 30
Composite 30

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of St Thomas typically have around a 27 ACT (mid-50 25–30) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 85th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of St Thomas places #5 among colleges in Minnesota for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 25 to 30

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to University of St Thomas without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 27.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of St Thomas
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
30+	Above 75th	>92%
27 to 30	Avg +	85%-92%
25 to 27	Avg -	77%-85%
Below 25	Below mid-50	<77%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

84% of University of St Thomas freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 49% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of St Thomas students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	21%
Top 25% of class	49%
Top 50% of class	84%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

University of St Thomas admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	5,345	4,405	9,774
Accepted	4,605	3,729	8,343
Acceptance Rate	86%	85%	85%
Enrolled	923	814	1,737
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	20%	22%	21%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of St Thomas and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of St Thomas application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

137

Applicants have 137 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of St Thomas is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of St Thomas
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

University of St Thomas is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 85.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.63 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1260-1423); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025