Host Institution - St. Paul MN

General     Housing     Facilities     Area Information     Arrival Information     Host Institution

Tel: 1(651) 240-5666
E-mail: spa@ELS.edu

• Pre-professional programs in law, dentistry & others; International studies

University of St. Thomas - Minnesota

2115 Summit Avenue
St. Paul , MN  55105-1096    Map it

School web site         https://www.stthomas.edu/

Click for Academic Program Details

Institution Type

Doctorate-Granting University

Degrees offered

Bachelor
Master
Doctorate

Campus Character:

Urban
Co-educational
Private

Nearest ELS Center(s):

St. Paul, MN

ELS Level Required:

• Master: 112
• Bachelor: 112
• Doctorate: 112

Student Life:

There are more than 100 student clubs, activities and organizations to choose from on-campus.

Rankings:

U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2020, Rank: 139 ] "Top National Universities"
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2016, Rank: 3% ] “National Universities with the Most International Students”
FORBES MAGAZINE : [ Year: 2015, Rank: 231 ] Among America's Top Colleges
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2015, Rank: 113 ] Among "National Universities"
WASHINGTON MONTHLY : [ Year: 2015, Rank: 216 ] “Top National Universities”
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2014, Rank: 100 ] "Best Business schools"
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2014, Rank: 112 ] "Top National Universities"
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2014, Rank: 129 ] "Best Graduate Law Schools"
FORBES MAGAZINE : [ Year: 2013, Rank: 218 ] "America's Top Colleges"
KIPLINGER MAGAZINE : [ Year: 2013, Rank: 77 ] "Best Values in Private Colleges"
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2013, Rank: 113 ] "Top National Universities"
WASHINGTON MONTHLY : [ Year: 2013, Rank: 73 ] "The Best Bang for the Buck in the Nation"

Admissions & Academic Information

Academic Calendar

• Semesters

Study Opportunities

• University offers Concurrent Enrollment.

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate

• Application(s) (Completed, Signed and Dated).
• Official Transcript(s) with grade scale legend and English translation: one sealed envelope and one unsealed envelope for UAS review.
• Graduation Certificate/Diploma if not part of transcript
• Professional Transcript Evaluation 
  After admission, evaluation will be required for transfer students. Please see detailed notes below.
  -   Course by Course evaluation required for transfer applicants.
• Current, official certified bank statement issued within the last 6 months with the bearer's name in English and the balance in US currency or Scholarship letter
  Average annual cost: $54,000 (correction - bank statement must be issued within the last 3 months)
• Copy of Passport Picture Page
  Required at time of application
• Proof of English Proficiency for regular admission
  Duolingo score of 105 for direct entry. MyBest TOEFL scores also accepted.
  * TOEFL PB* IELTS
• Accepts scans/photocopies of all Application documents
  Official transcripts from all U.S. institutions are required to be on file prior to a decision
• An original essay of 250-500 words on one of the topics below is recommended, but not required:
  -   Discuss a meaningful contribution you have made through involvement in school, church or community activities
  -   Describe an event, a person or an educational experience that has had a major impact on your life and why

Items below may be due after enrollment or for Visa purposes (NOT an admission requirement)

• University Placement Tests.
  TOEFL Writing test and ACT, remedial classes depend on results

Graduate

• Application(s) (Completed, Signed and Dated).
• Official Transcript(s) with grade scale legend and English translation: one sealed envelope and one unsealed envelope for UAS review.
  Must include copy of grade scale for all Indian transcripts.
• Graduation Certificate/Diploma if not part of transcript
• Professional Transcript Evaluation
  -   Evaluation required for graduate applicants.
  -   Course by Course evaluation required for transfer applicants.
  -   Acceptable providers:
  * ECE* WES
• Current, official certified bank statement issued within the last 6 months with the bearer's name in English and the balance in US currency or Scholarship letter
  Costs vary widely by program
• Affidavit of financial support signed by person whose name is on bank statement
• Copy of Passport Picture Page
  Required at time of application
• Statement of Purpose, Essay or Writing Sample
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
  3 envelope(s) signed, sealed and labeled in English with student's name and recommender's name(s)
  Recommender information required; recommendations must be submitted electronically.
• Proof of English Proficiency for regular admission
  * TOEFL PB* IELTS
• Resume, CV or Work History
• Does not accept scans/photocopies of all Application documents
• Standardized test scores may be required.
• GMAT/GRE Requirements vary by program
  

Housing & Cost Information

On Campus Housing

• Undergraduate: Housing is available
• Graduate: No housing is available

Off Campus Housing

• Undergraduate: Housing is available
• Graduate: Housing is available

Housing

"The University of St. Thomas offers housing options in four apartment-style buildings and five single-sex residence halls with designated floors for a wide range of interests including First-Year Experience Communities, Women in Math and Science, Service Learning, Wellness Communities, and Catholic Women's or Catholic Men's Communities. Reasonable and appropriate housing options for physical accessibility are provided. While the University does not provide housing for graduate students, there is ample housing available in the surrounding residential area."

Character & Location

ELS/St. Paul is situated on the University of St. Thomas - Minnesota campus, located on the riverfront between St. Paul and Minneapolis. The University holds classes in both a residential area of St. Paul, as well as on the downtown campus of Minneapolis, and students are transported by a private shuttle bus to either campus. The unique ability to explore two campus locations provides students with a greater diversity of activities and opportunities. The two cities have a reputation for safety, cleanliness and low-cost living in a friendly Midwestern environment. The Mall of America retail complex is close by.

St. Thomas enrolls over 10,000 students from the United States as well as over 500 students from 65 countries, representing every continent. St. Thomas ranks #113 in the National Universities category of the 2015 ""U.S. News & World Report's" "America's Best Colleges" survey.

The University, a co-ed Catholic institution, is the state's largest independent college or university and the state's 16th-largest nonprofit organization. Students at St. Thomas enjoy a student/faculty ratio of 15 to 1 and are able to interact directly with professors. The average class size is 21 Undergraduate and 19 Graduate students.

Average Temperatures
Low (winter): 14°F/-10°C
High (summer): 80°F/27°C

Annual Costs

• Tuition : Bachelor - US $44780, Master - US $17451, Doctorate - US $36000
• Housing: Bachelor - US $11162, Master - US $9500, Doctorate - US $9500
• Meals : Bachelor - US $4350

Scholarship

International Students

Undergraduate: 10% - 70%: All undergraduate applicants will be considered for scholarships based on their academic merit. (2019-2020)

ELS Students

Undergraduate: 10% - 70%: ELS EAP Level 112 graduates receive priority for St. Thomas merit scholarships. Scholarships are available for the duration of degree study. Scholarships require ELS AD recommendation and a minimum GPA. (2019-2020)

Information on Admission Process for Agents

Agent Notes:

General/Country Specific

• Must include copy of grade scale for all Indian transcripts.
• English proficiency requirement waived for applicants from the following countries: English-speaking Canada, Ireland, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Commonwealth Caribbean.
• For undergraduate applications, unofficial transcript copies are acceptable for initial review from institutions both overseas and in the US. However, students are required to present final, official copies of their transcripts and certificates before registering for classes. Emailed transcripts can be considered official if sent directly by the US institution to the University of St. Thomas.
• Academic credit available for A-levels: see university policy here: https://www.stthomas.edu/catalog/undergradinfoandpolicies/bacinfoandpolicies/admissions/credits/alevelpolicy/

Current Promotional Allowance/ Higher Education Commission information can be obtained from your Director of Recruitment or Sales Manager.