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University of Santo Tomas

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world rank  2450

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Overview

Founded in 1611, the University of Santo Tomas is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Manila (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), National Capital Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, University of Santo Tomas (UST) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Philippine higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. University of Santo Tomas (UST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 413-year-old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Philippine higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Santo Tomas's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Santo Tomas's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Santo Tomas' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

University of Santo Tomas's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UST
Founded 1611
Motto Veritas in Caritate
Truth in Charity
Colours Yellow gold, black and white
Mascot Bengal Tiger
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University Location

Address España Street, Sampaloc
Manila
1015 National Capital Region
Philippines
University of Santo Tomas's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Santo Tomas Phone Number (2) 731 3101
University of Santo Tomas Fax Number (2) 732 7486
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Santo Tomas is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Santo Tomas's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Santo Tomas: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Santo Tomas categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Santo Tomas.



University of Santo Tomas: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Santo Tomas's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

University of Santo Tomas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Santo Tomas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Santo Tomas's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Santo Tomas has more than 1800 international students.

University of Santo Tomas's Admission Office Admission Office

UST Tan Yan Kee Bldg., Dapitan Street
Sampaloc 1008



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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Santo Tomas's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

University of Santo Tomas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Santo Tomas's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


University of Santo Tomas's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


University of Santo Tomas's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Santo Tomas's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


University of Santo Tomas's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Santo Tomas's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Santo Tomas is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


University of Santo Tomas's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Santo Tomas's Library


University of Santo Tomas's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Santo Tomas's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Santo Tomas's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Santo Tomas's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Santo Tomas's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Santo Tomas's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Santo Tomas's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Santo Tomas's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Santo Tomas's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Santo Tomas's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Santo Tomas is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Santo Tomas's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA)
  • Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU)
  • World Federation of Occupational Therapy (WFOT)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Santo Tomas as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Santo Tomas's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • International Council of Universities of Saint Thomas Aquinas (ICUSTA)
  • Conférence Mondiale des Institutions Universitaires Catholiques de Philosophie (COMIUCAP)
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • Association of Southeast and East Asian Catholic Colleges and Universities (ASEACCU)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP)
  • University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific (UMAP)
  • International Committee for University Museums and Collections (UMAC)
  • Association of Catholic Universities of the Philippines (ACUP)
  • Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP)
  • Network of Dominican Schools, Colleges and Universities (DOMNET)
  • Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities (PACU)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Santo Tomas 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Santo Tomas's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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