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Learn & Grow Fully

At St. Ed’s, we’re all about preparing you to create your best future. It begins with exceptional academics and teaching.

Undergraduate Degrees

Majors and Minors

Accounting+

Accounting Information Technology

Acting

Animation+

Art+

Behavioral Neuroscience

Biochemistry

Bioinformatics+

Biology+

Business Administration+

Catholic Studies+

Chemistry+

Communication+

Computer Information Science

Computer Science+

Criminal Justice+

Digital Media Management

Digital Storytelling and Content Creation

Economics+

Engineering*

English Literature+

Entrepreneurship+

Environmental Biology and Climate Change+

Environmental Chemistry

Environmental Science and Policy+

Ethics and Leadership

Finance

Forensic Chemistry

Forensic Science+

French+

Global Languages and Cultural Studies

Global Studies+**

Graphic Design+

History+

Interdisciplinary Studies+

International Business+

Kinesiology+

Leadership and Social Justice

Management+

Marketing

Mathematics+

Medical Laboratory Science

Nursing***

Philosophy+

Photography and Media Arts+

Political Science+

Psychology+

Religious and Theological Studies+

Social Work

Sociology+

Spanish+

Theater Arts+

User Experience Design+

Video Game Development+

Writing and Rhetoric+

Minors Only

Art History

Chicanx and Latinx Studies

Criminological Theory

Digital Marketing

Education Studies

Environmental Humanities

Fitness and Conditioning

German

Health Communication

Jewish Studies

Journalism and Digital Media

Legal Studies

Musical Theater

Pre-Law

Professional Ethics

Recreation Management

Social Welfare

Visual Studies

Women’s and Gender Studies

Pre-Professional Programs

Pre-Athletic Training

Pre-Health Professions

Pre-Law

Pre-Nursing

Pre-Occupational Therapy

Pre-Physical Therapy

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Majors & Minors

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Pre-Professional & Certification Programs

15:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Your Road Map

Outstanding classes are just the beginning of a full college experience.

We’ll connect you with academic and career support to guide you throughout your time here. Your professors, advisors and coaches will work with you to create a plan that matches your interests and goals.

16 Success coaches devoted to undergraduate students

LEARN ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS COACH

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Choose Passion-Fueling Courses

Documentary film making or environmental chemistry? No matter what classes you choose, you’ll graduate with deep field knowledge and the communication and analytical skills you’ll need to excel.

Take on Electrifying Internships

Our partnerships have helped students get impressive internships with the Austin mayor’s office and state legislators, local nonprofits and startups, Fortune 500 companies and more.

Collaborate on Meaningful Research

Students team up with professors to dig deep into real problems, such as harnessing renewable energy, exploring cancer-causing enzymes and analyzing political redistricting.

Immerse Yourself in New Cultures

Study abroad opportunities — in more than 90 countries — are a defining part of a St. Edward’s education. Teach students English in Germany, study business in Spain or assist oral surgeons while you’re in India.

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Engage in Life-Changing Service

Hilltoppers perform more than 70,000 hours of volunteer work annually, and our alumni routinely serve in postgraduate service programs, including the Peace Corps.

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Countries Represented Student Organizations

Full Strength LIFE

At St. Edward’s, you’re seen, heard and empowered.

Professors Know You

A 15:1 student-faculty ratio means you’ll never be just a face in the crowd. Professors will inspire and support you, and they’re eager to teach and interact with you one-on-one.

You’ll Find Your Place

Life is energetic and welcoming on the hilltop. From student organizations to campus activities to residence life, you’ll find a group that feels like home.

Alumni Want to Help

Our network of 35,000+ alumni can enhance your life’s trajectory. We’ll help connect you to Hilltoppers who have followed the path you want to take — and who can unlock valuable opportunities.

The World Comes To You

Austin is a magnet for the best and brightest minds. Visiting speakers have included a Nobel Prizewinning poet, a U.S.

Secretary of State, Austin business and civic leaders, and renowned authors, scientists and social justice activists.

Everyone Belongs

You’ll live alongside people from diverse countries, cultures and walks of life. They’ll challenge your perspective, even as they share your commitment to creating a more just world.

Stretch Your Mind

Dive into Scientific Inquiry

Join a faculty-led neuroscience research team and study mutations that lead to diseases such as Alzheimer’s. Submit your findings to peerreviewed journals for publication.

Examine Tax-Policy Inequities

Learn how tax policies affect people at both ends of the financial spectrum, and help low-income families complete tax-return forms (no prior accounting experience needed).

Take on the big questions — and find out what fascinates and inspires you. Classes at St. Edward’s will challenge you to experiment, debate, create and apply what you’ve learned in the eclectic and ever-changing city of Austin.

Create Stories to Educate and Entertain

Turn a hobby into a career. Merge your interest in creative storytelling with art, design, animation and photography to help launch a successful video game.

Learn Civics by Doing

Influence public policy in Austin in a Civics Lab course. Research, co-write and publish an opinion piece on why transportation choices matter in fighting climate change.

Tackle a Marketing Challenge

Step into the role of a marketing director for a global company. Compete with classmates as you develop and track media campaigns to maximize customer engagement.

EDUARDO “LALO” CARRILLO ’22 Biology

Learning to conduct important research and to write and deliver scientific presentations has shown me and my peers our potential as scientists.

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Goal for all students to participate in experiential learning

Fully Engaged

Nicolas Marin ’23 Business Administration

Avid advocate of Campus Ministry activities and on-campus job experiences

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Elawad ’22 Environmental Science and Policy / Political Science

Tireless activist, intern and researcher

How One Class Changed My Life

In my “Environmental Controversies in Austin” class, I learned about injustices happening only miles away from where I was sitting, such as food insecurity and environmental racism. It taught me that to change the world, I could start with my own backyard.

MICHELLE FLORES ’22 Political Science / Pre-Law

Passionate changemaker, legislative assistant at the Texas State Capitol

My Favorite Thing about St. Edward’s The people. I’ve made some really good friends here, and the overall community is super caring and supportive. Faculty and staff are very helpful with any issues or uncertainties you might have.

Evan Mao ’23

Communication

Enthusiastic adventurer and achiever, die-hard fan of all things Austin

How I Make the Most of St. Ed’s

I like trying new things, and I have many interests. Whether it’s academics, internships, athletics, clubs, service or fun activities in Austin, I’m leveraging so many opportunities here. St. Ed’s is giving me the chance to chase my dreams.

At St. Edward’s, I knew I was committing to a school that was also committing to me. Here, there’s an abundance of opportunities, and everyone wants to see you succeed.

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Your Hilltop Home

Visit St. Edward’s! See for yourself how our campus in the heart of Austin provides amazing spaces to learn, study, socialize, rest and play.

Abundant trees, green spaces and gathering areas add to the beauty, camaraderie and peace of campus.

Our well-equipped fitness center, yoga studio and recreation facilities support a campus-wide commitment to LiveWellSEU.

The hilltop’s technology-driven library, classrooms, and computer and science labs spark thoughtful research, ideas and discussion.

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Residence Halls Apartment Complexes

Dining Halls

Coffee Shops

SCHEDULE YOUR VISIT

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Austin Opportunities Kickstart Careers

Jeff Miner ’11

Part detective, part analyst, part storyteller, the Finance graduate is the global business lead for Google’s Creative Works team in New York City, where he helps companies improve their digital advertising to reach the right customers.

Work hard. Be flexible. Play the long game. Think about what you want to be doing at age 30, and find the jobs that will get you there. If you have your dream job right out of college, you have the wrong dream. You go to college to develop the skills and strategic thinking to find the right career path — because what you want is a career you can grow with, not a job.

Make learning a daily practice. My field of work changes really quickly, so it’s up to me to continue educating myself so I can stay ahead of the curve. Stay curious and keep learning, even if you don’t think it applies directly to your job. When you’re genuinely curious, you’re able to be more open-minded and creative.

Lupita Aguilar ’20, Forensic Science,  is a medical examiner investigator for Travis County Medical Examiner’s Office. She interned with TCME her senior year.

Jackson Wagner ’21,  Video Game Development,  is the quality assurance lead at Worldwalker Games in Austin. As an intern with Worldwalker his senior year, he helped develop Wildermyth, a new video game.

Myrka Moreno ’19, Digital Media Management, is an audience engagement producer at The 19th, an Austin-based independent newsroom. Her internships with The Texas Observer and Annie’s List gave her an edge in the job market.

#1 City to Start Your Career (Bankrate 2023)

Big City, No Limits

• Track Austin’s diverse wildlife population to help understand larger urban trends.

• Support young people aging out of foster care at LifeWorks.

• Make your name as a hiphop artist and perform at gigs across the city.

Full Speed Ahead

Hilltoppers engage in exciting learning experiences. So can you.

Beyond Text Books

• Study an enzyme that might just help crack the code of stomach cancer.

• Write the winning grant that secures a $25,000 award for a nonprofit you love.

• Earn a top score at the brain-meltingly tough Putnam Mathematical Competition.

On-the-Job Training

• Get an up-close view of the political process as a legislative intern at the state capitol.

• Gain some impressive Wall Street savvy with a Goldman Sachs internship.

• Hone your journalism chops at Texas Monthly or WNYC Radio.

At Home in the World

• Teach storytelling techniques to students in Tanzania.

• Join world leaders and scientists at a climate change conference in Paris.

• Study abroad at one of our 18 partner universities that span 13 countries and 5 continents.

St. Ed’s is 3 miles from downtown

One incredible city. The best of everything you want.

Austin gives you world-class opportunities for internships, jobs, entertainment, food, sports, art and culture — and enjoying the great outdoors.

#1 Best College Towns & Cities in America

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Long Center for the Performing Arts

(WalletHub 2023)

#1 City to Start Your Career

(Bankrate 2023)

Surrounded

by Nature

Barton Springs pool, city parks

(Austin has more than 200!), kayaking, paddle boarding, and hike and bike trails

Located on South Congress Ave.

Popular restaurants, shops, coffee bars and live music

Join Our Community

Applying is convenient and easy.

APPLY TODAY

stedwards.edu/apply

4 Ways to Apply

We accept the St. Edward’s online application, the Common Application, the Coalition for College application and ApplyTexas.

Application Deadlines

The earlier you apply, the sooner you’ll be considered for admission, the best financial aid package and our application fee waiver.

Nov. 1: First Review Deadline

Dec. 1: Early Application Deadline

Feb. 1: Priority Application Deadline

Test-Optional Policy

SAT and ACT test scores are not required for admission to St. Edward’s.

St. Edward’s is more affordable than you may think.

Our generous scholarships and grants could reduce your tuition by more than half.

$13,419

Average tuition paid by first-year students after scholarships and/or grants

$37,965

Average merit scholarship and/or grant awarded to our first-year students

We offer up to $28,000 per year in academic scholarships to new freshmen

ESTIMATE WHAT YOU’LL PAY

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition Housing Food/Meal Plan

$50,484 $8,700 $5,310

Comprehensive Fee $900

Based on the 2023–2024 academic year