Founded in 1947 by the Basilian Fathers the University of St. Thomas embodies the principles of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, committed to the religious ethical and intellectual traditions of Catholic higher education.

 

One of only 20 U.S. catholic colleges and universities recommended by the Cardinal Newman Society.
UST is one of the U.S. Catholic and universities recommended by the Cardinal Newman Society.

Catholic chapel of St. Basil on the campus of the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX
Chapel of St. Basil

Mass is held every day; confession is held every weekday. All attendance is optional.

 
University singers at the Chapel of St. Basil on the University of St. Thomas campus in Houston, Texas
Catholic Academics

Degrees include a Theology major for undergrads, and grad degrees in Philosophy, Sacred Music and more.

 
 
Campus Ministry at Catholic University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas
Campus Ministry

Campus Ministry is open to students of all faiths. Activities include liturgical programs, bible studies and more.

 
Mass of the Holy Spirit at University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas
Eucharistic Revival

Learn more about UST’s efforts on bringing the Eucharistic Revival to campus.

 
 
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Campus Liturgies
Mass of the Holy Spirit, Festival of St. Thomas, Baccalaureate Masses, and more.
 
University of St. Thomas Campus Ministry at March for Life in Washington, D.C.
Celts for Life Club

Sends students to Washington, D.C. to support the pro-life cause at the annual March for Life.

 
 
University of St. Thomas Houston Catholic campus ministry retreat
Retreats

Offered for students to hear talks, pray, reflect and enjoy time away from campus. Learn more here!

 
The University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas offers a Catholic tuition waiver program
Tuition Waiver

Available to full-time employees / family members in participating Catholic schools. See FAQ

 
 
Praying in the Catholic chapel of St. Basil on the campus of the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX
Parish Relations

Learn more about UST's Parish Relations program about UST’s parish relationships throughout the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. 

 
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Eucharistic Adoration

Weekly Chapel adoration, late night adoration in Guinan, and First Friday Adoration.