Get ready, Houston! Under its bold, newly launched St. Thomas Promise program, the University of St. Thomas-Houston (UST), a premier, private Catholic university known for academic excellence, will offer FREE tuition and fees to eligible full-time freshmen students admitted for fall 2022. This game-changing opportunity, like the University itself, is open to students of all faiths.
“UST is meeting a need for families who are struggling with the rising costs of daily living. UST’s mission has always been about serving our community and there are a lot of talented students out there who need an opportunity and someone to care by assisting them and their families. We feel great about offering the St. Thomas Promise because these students have earned this with their hard work!”
Eligibility Requirements
- First-time freshmen college students with a 3.4 or higher high school GPA* who are from families with annual incomes of $40,000 or less may take advantage of this offer.
- Eligible students must file the FAFSA form and be eligible for federal and state aid. UST’s FAFSA Code is 003654. This St. Thomas Promise of free tuition also includes free tutorial services plus a mentor for the first year to help ensure a successful transition to college.
- There is no application fee.
- The St. Thomas Promise is renewable for up to four years, provided family income remains in the same qualifying range.
- Campus tours daily from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact the Admissions Office at 713-525-3500 or go to stthom.edu/admissions to sign up for a tour.
- Applications will be accepted while funds last. Apply here.
- Learn more at promise@stthom.edu
