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About the University of St. Thomas

The University of St. Thomas is a Catholic, comprehensive university that fosters a tradition of service to the public and an energetic, thoughtful approach to the challenges of contemporary life.

St. Thomas, founded in 1885 by Archbishop John Ireland, offers bachelor’s degrees in 85 major fields of study and 45 graduate degree programs including master’s, education specialist, juris doctor and doctorates.

With campuses in St. Paul, Minneapolis, Owatonna and Rome, St. Thomas provides its 11,000 students a wide variety of internship and employment opportunities, cultural events and volunteer activities.

The St. Thomas community is guided and motivated by its mission statement: “Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely and work skillfully to advance the common good.”

Visit www.stthomas.edu to learn more about the University of St. Thomas.