Our Points of Hilltop Pride
We take pride in our community 鈥 who we are and what we can accomplish together. While many of our strengths can鈥檛 be quantified, some of them can. Take a closer look at St. Ed鈥檚, by the numbers.
Academic Excellence and Distinction
福利黄色激情四射51鈥s University leads with a student-first approach in a thriving academic environment that opens new paths for learning, discovery and creativity. We鈥re committed to producing well-rounded scholars who move beyond the Red Doors on to successful careers or further studies, and who excel without bounds.
A Top-Ranked Private University
St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 is ranked 5th in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Regional Universities in the West category. St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 also ranked in the top 5 regional rankings for Best Value Schools, Undergraduate Teaching Programs and Best College for Veterans. For 20+ consecutive years, U.S. News has recognized St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 in their Best Colleges list.
Hands-On Learning
Our goal is for 100% of our students to participate in experiential learning, whether through research, internships, service, study abroad and more. Students gain real-world experience from the time they step through the Red Doors until they walk back out to take on today鈥s tough challenges.
Vibrant, Inclusive and Justice-Seeking Community
Our unstoppable spirit radiates throughout our culture, and all members reap the benefits from different perspectives, inclusive connections and celebration of our vibrancy.
Celebrating Student Success from All Walks of Life
50+ Years of CAMP
Since 1972, the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) at 福利黄色激情四射51鈥s has been recognized as the longest-continuous program in the nation. This year, the program received $50,000 in grant funding to support future CAMP students.
HSI for 30+ Years
福利黄色激情四射51鈥s has been a proud Hispanic Serving Institution for 30+ years. We're proud to be named a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Leader for 2024 鈥 joining only 51 institutions to receive this designation.
Recognition for Success in Serving Latino Students
福利黄色激情四射51鈥s is one of just 39 institutions, approximately 1% of U.S. colleges and universities, to earn the Seal of Excelencia from Excelencia in Education, a nonprofit organization with a mission to accelerate Latino student success in higher education.
A Top Performing University for Social Mobility
We鈥檙e ranked #10 for Social Mobility in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Regional Universities in the West category.
Austin Impact and Innovation
St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 has a spirit of discovery that mirrors that of Austin. Our students and community members engage with Austin in ways that prepare them to make a lasting impact in the city and the world beyond.
Prestigious Research Grants and Funding
Currently, St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 has $14.5M+ in active research grants and we鈥ve received distinctive awards, with another National Endowment for the Humanities award this year. St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 currently has federal funding from the NSF, USDA, NIH, NASA, EPA, NASA and the U.S. Department of Education.
The USDA NextGen $5M grant is already positively impacting hundreds of students at St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 with paid internships, state-of-the-art lab equipment and expert seminars.
Opportunities Abound in Austin
The dynamic and innovative city of Austin provides endless opportunities to learn by doing, find yourself and kickstart your career.
Achieving at the Highest Level
Hilltoppers consistently live excellence out loud. From prestigious honors to national rankings, we are achievers who carry our experiences out into all the communities we serve.
World-Class Graduate Programs
The Bill Munday School of Business AACSB-accredited online graduate programs ranked #12 nationally and #1 in Texas for student engagement in U.S. News & World Report鈥s 2024鈥2025 rankings
Awards and Accolades
In doing what鈥檚 best for our students and our community, we鈥檝e received a number of significant awards and recognitions over the years. It鈥檚 not just us, either 鈥 our hometown, Austin, wins its fair share of accolades, too.
#2 Best Undergraduate Teaching
For the second consecutive year, St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 earned 2nd place for Best Undergraduate Teaching in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Universities in the West rankings. This achievement is a reflection of the exceptional methods of teachings conducted by esteemed faculty on the hilltop.
#3 Best Value School
St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 again earned the No. 3 spot for Best Value Schools in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Universities in the West rankings based on the institution鈥檚 academic quality and cost.
#4 Best Colleges for Veterans
U.S. News & World Report again awarded St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 the No. 4 spot for Best Colleges for Veterans in the 2026 Best Regional Universities in the West rankings. This achievement is a testament to the university鈥檚 commitment to serving student veterans with dedicated advising, tailored resources and financial support.
#10 Top-Performing Institution for Social Mobility
St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 continues to hold its Top 10 ranking for Social Mobility in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Universities in the West rankings. This achievement recognizes the university's successful efforts in graduating economically disadvantaged students.
Ranked a Top Producer of Fulbright Students
St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 was named a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students among master鈥檚-granting institutions in 2023-2024, 2018鈥2019 and 2015鈥2016. To date, St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 has been named a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students by the U.S. Department of State 13 times, with 85 winners since 2004.
Ranked a Top Producer of Gilman Scholars
In 2021, St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 was recognized for producing the most Gilman International Scholarship recipients in the program鈥檚 20-year Top Producer category for small institutions, with 75 Gilman Scholars since 2001. The Gilman program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and makes study abroad more accessible and inclusive for high-achieving students with financial constraints.
Ranked a Top Green College for Sustainability
The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges 2025 recognizes 511 schools worldwide that demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability in their academic offerings, campus infrastructure, activities and career preparation. We鈥檙e proud to have a Green Rating score of 93 for campus quality of life that is both healthy and sustainable.
Highly Rated by WSJ/THE College Student Survey
The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education 2022 College Rankings placed St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 in the top 60% of 800 U.S. schools on its list. The rankings draw from a survey by London-based Times Higher Education, in which 170,000 students rate colleges on engagement, resources, outcomes and environment.
Listed Among 鈥淎merica鈥檚 Top Colleges鈥
For the 14th year, Forbes has recognized St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 as one of 鈥淎merica鈥檚 Top Colleges.鈥 Their 2024-2025 best-colleges list includes 500 schools acknowledged for top academics, enriching student experiences, post-graduation success and lowest student debt.
Named in 鈥淏est Colleges: Region by Region鈥
The Princeton Review chose St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 for its 2025 list of 鈥淏est Colleges鈥 in the Western Region. The annual list gives special recognition to schools across the U.S. that The Princeton Review considers academically outstanding.
Nationally Recognized for Student Engagement (NSSE)
St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 scored highly in the 2024 National Survey of Student Engagement used by 1,700 colleges and universities nationwide since 2000. St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 met or exceeded the national average in all benchmark areas: academic challenge, learning with peers, experiences with faculty and campus environment.
Recognized Among Best Colleges in America
NICHE chose St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 for its 2025 鈥淏est Colleges鈥 list based on rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial and student life data, and millions of reviews from students and alumni. St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 also made their 2025 lists of 鈥淏est Catholic Colleges鈥 and 鈥淏est College Campuses.鈥
Listed Among Money鈥檚 Best Colleges
Money Magazine selected St. 贰诲飞补谤诲鈥檚 for its 2024 鈥淏est Colleges for Your Money鈥 list. Money evaluated data on quality, affordability and student outcomes, including tuition fees, family borrowing, graduation rate and career earnings.