Saint Edward's University

3001 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX

http://www.stedwards.edu/

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St. Edward’s University is a diverse, nationally recognized liberal arts institution overlooking downtown Austin, Texas. Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, the university emphasizes critical thinking, social justice and ethical practice.

Combining a rich, Catholic heritage with a clear vision for the future, St. Edward’s is dedicated to preparing students for the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in today’s global community.

For six consecutive years, St. Edward’s University has been nationally recognized as one of "America's Best Colleges" by U.S. News & World Report. We continue to be ranked highly in all categories of the National Survey of Student Engagement.

Outside the classroom, students can choose from abundant opportunities to get involved in campus life. From engaging in a dialogue with internationally renowned speakers to taking part in student government, living-learning communities, leadership retreats, musical events, theater productions, international immersions and others, students constantly gain valuable insights from different ideas and perspectives.

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Saint Edward's University

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St. Edward's University is a private Roman Catholic institution of higher learning located south of Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas. The university is known for offering a quality liberal arts education and for its picturesque campus situated on a hill overlooking the city of Austin. The campus's most notable landmark is the recognizable Main Building.

History

The school was founded by the Rev. Edward Sorin, CSC , Superior General of the Congregation of Holy Cross, who also founded the University of Notre Dame in Indiana. Father Sorin established the institution on farmland south of Austin in 1878 and named it St. Edward's Academy in honor of his patron saint, Edward the Confessor and King. It is affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross.

In 1885, the president, Rev. P.J. Franciscus, strengthened the prestige of the Academy by securing a charter, changing its name to St. Edward's College, assembling a faculty, and increasing enrollment. Subsequently, St. Edward's began to grow, and the first school newspaper, the organization of baseball and football teams, and approval to erect an administration building all followed. Well-known architect Nicholas J. Clayton of Galveston, Texas was commissioned to design the College's Main Building. The structure was built four-stories tall in the Gothic Revival style and was constructed with local white limestone.

In the spring of 1903, a mysterious fire destroyed the majority of the Main Building, but it was restored by the fall. In 1922, the Main Building sustained damage from a tornado that caused significant damage all over the campus. The Main Building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.

In 1925, St. Edward's received its university charter. Most of the personnel at the time were Holy Cross priests. Women arrived at St. Edward's in 1966 as students for Maryhill College, a coordinate institution. By 1970, Maryhill was absorbed and St. Edward's became co-educational.

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Location:
Southwest: Setting:
Large City Setting: Type:
Private: Affiliation:
Roman Catholic: Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad): Mascot:
Hilltoppers

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
3,531: On Campus Housing:
Available: Full Time Students:
99%: Athletic Programs:
Available

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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 17,320: Students Receiving Aid:
86%

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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 45: Selectivity:
Selective

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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time

Full-Time 99%

Part-Time 1%

Men vs. Women

Women 63%

Men 37%

Race/Ethnicity

Caucasian 59%

Hispanic 27%

Other 7%

African-American 5%

Asian 2%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State

In-State 91%

Out-of-State 9%

Top States for Incoming Freshman

Texas 91%

California 1%

Michigan 0%

New Mexico 0%

Louisiana 0%

Percent of Students International:	2%

Percent of Students International:

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available:	Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus:	30%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus:	Yes

Athletics

Member of:	NAA, NCAA
Sports Include:	Basketball (Heartland Conference) Baseball (Heartland Conference) Track (Heartland Conference)


Tuition & Fees (undergraduate)	Expenses
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:	$ 17,320
Financial Aid	Avg. Amount Received	% of Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grants:	$ 4,183	31%
State and Local Grants:	$ 3,872	41%
Institutional Grants:	$ 6,524	78%
Student Loans:	$ 3,877	56%
Any Aid:		86%

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate:	69% (Selective)
Test Scores
SAT Scores:
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores:	80%
Bottom 25th Percentile:	Verbal: 510, Math: 500
Top 75th Percentile:	Verbal: 620, Math: 590
ACT Scores:
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores:	19%
Bottom 25th Percentile:	Composite: 21, Verbal: 21, Math: 19
Top 75th Percentile:	Composite: 26, Verbal: 27, Math: 25

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee:	$ 45.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies:	Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent:	Recommended
High School GPA:	Required
High School Rank:	Required
High School Record:	Required
Recommendations:	Recommended
TOEFL:	Required
Test Scores:	Required