97%
of Tommies are employed or in grad school within six months of graduation
Post Graduation
Outcomes & Career Readiness
St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ students get more than a diploma to frame.
Tommies graduate with a liberal arts foundation and loads of real-life readiness to become global citizens. Students who earn their degree here are ready to lead teams, communicate effectively and successfully influence others - in the workplace or in graduate school.
Tommies are CEOs, scientists, humanitarians, diplomats, authors, teachers, surgeons, nonprofit leaders, engineers, attorneys, researchers and lots and lots and lots of other things.
81%
of Tommies complete at least one internship while enrolled as an undergrad
90%
of top public companies in Minnesota actively recruit Tommies
A different education creates a different graduate.
Personal Attention
Our classes are small, so you can think big. With an average class size of 22 students, you'll have plenty of contact with your ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄs. They won't just teach you, they'll mentor you. In fact, that's one reason ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄs choose St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ. They want to work at a university where investing in students is valued as much as getting published.
Students are also supported by the Center for Student Achievement, the Center for Well-Being, and other dedicated teams.
Global Experiences
In a global workplace, employers are looking for worldly graduates. And with over 300 different study abroad program options in more than 50 countries, there are endless opportunities to see the world and set yourself apart.
Research Opportunities
Go beyond the expected undergraduate curriculum by engaging in graduate-style research alongside faculty. That makes our students stand out when applying for graduate schools and competitive jobs. Our undergraduate researchers collaborate with companies like 3M, U.S. Bank and Polaris and organizations like Mayo Clinic and the YWCA St. Paul.
Programs & Resources
Career Development
Our Career Development Center helps students launch and explore careers in a way that makes sense for them. Career exploration is supported by connections with employers and alumni, through the integration of career conversations and curriculum across the university.
Professional Connections
The Tommie Network
Tommies travel in packs. And with an alumni network over 120,000 strong, you have a lot of mentors and connections who will help open the door to internships and jobs.
Alumni Stories from Our Newsroom
April 29, 2025
When Jacey Zadlo ’25 began her college journey at the University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ, she was eager to tap into the strong alumni network the university is known for. From serving on the Student Alumni Board to leading tours as a campus guide, she has embraced opportunities to share the power of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ connections… The post St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ Connect Creates Mentorships Between Students and Alumni appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ.
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April 23, 2025
Each year, the University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ honors staff, students and alumni who inspire meaningful change and extend the St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ mission in the world around them. On Wednesday, April 23, six awardees were celebrated in honor of the commitment to work, ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ, leadership and campus involvement. The 2025 recipients are: Monsignor James Lavin Award… The post St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ Day Celebrates Six Outstanding Tommies appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ.
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April 23, 2025
Peter Watson’s journey from a small dairy farm in southeastern Minnesota to the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C., exemplifies his lifelong commitment to service and the pursuit of excellence. A Marine Corps veteran, Watson’s path has been shaped by his experiences in the military, higher education, and international relations, all anchored in his dedication… The post How a Kid From a Dairy Farm Found His Career in Global Affairs appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ.
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April 15, 2025
This year, the University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ will celebrate St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ Day on April 23. The annual Mass and dinner continue a tradition that has endured for 139 years. St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ Day was originally observed on or around March 7, the traditional feast day on the liturgical calendar of our school’s patron, St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ Aquinas. In the… The post Tales from the Archives: St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ Day appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ.
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April 15, 2025
The path Evan Schwartz ’09 followed to the University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ was rooted in family tradition and childhood memories. Growing up in Iowa, he often visited family in the Twin Cities, where his father, Dave Schwartz, a proud St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ alumnus, introduced him to the excitement of Tommie track meets. Those early experiences, combined… The post 'Say Yes More Than You Say No': A Tommie’s Formula for Finding Purpose appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. ÇéÂÂ×ÔÅÄ.