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Saint Edward's University

#1236 in US ranking Austin, TX
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Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$67,783
Tuition & fees
$51,890
Avg. aid
$34,433
Receiving aid
98%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
81%
SAT range
970–1240
ACT range
22–28

Outcomes

Graduation rate
63%
Median salary
$44,584
1 yr after graduation

What does Saint Edward's University offer in terms of athletics?

The St. Edward's Hilltoppers compete in NCAA Division II athletics in the Lone Star Conference. Varsity competition is a distinct commitment from joining a recreational team or using campus fitness facilities.

The university has fielded teams in sports including basketball, baseball, softball, cross-country, golf, soccer, tennis, and volleyball. Team offerings can change, so prospective athletes should verify the current varsity roster and recruiting process for their sport. Students who do not pursue varsity competition can look for club, intramural, and informal recreation options; participation rules and seasons for those activities differ from NCAA eligibility requirements.

What student groups and Associations are available at Saint Edward's University?

St. Edward's has student organizations spanning academic interests, identity and culture, service, sustainability, and the arts. These groups offer a different kind of involvement from a required course or an institution-run support office.

Reported examples include the American Medical Student Association, Students for Sustainability, the Academy of Science, PRIDE, and the Asian Student Association. Student government and performing or media groups provide other ways to participate; the campus also reports a student newspaper, student-run radio and television, theater, and choral activity. Because recognized groups can change with student leadership, an applicant interested in a particular club should check its current activity and meeting schedule rather than assume a historical listing is active every term.

Who studies at Saint Edward's University?

St. Edward's enrolled about 3,033 students in the reported institutional data, making it a relatively small university by enrollment. The incoming first-time, degree-seeking class numbered 453, and 186 degree-seeking undergraduates entered as transfers.

Most students in the reported geographic breakdown were Texas residents: 83% came from the state, while 9% came from other U.S. states and 6% from other countries. The age distribution is centered on traditional college ages, though students in their late twenties and older are also enrolled. These institution-wide figures should not be read as the composition of every classroom or graduate program.

Reported ethnicity counts include 1,403 Hispanic or Latino students and 657 White students. Demographic categories, reporting years, and the treatment of international students matter when comparing these counts with other sources. The figures describe enrollment; they do not establish what an individual student's social experience will be.

How does student life look like at Saint Edward's University?

Everyday life at St. Edward's combines a residential hilltop campus with a substantial commuting population. Reported housing figures indicate that 51% of students live on campus and 48% commute, so schedules and opportunities to meet peers can look different for students in those two groups.

Campus programming, student media, arts activities, recreation, and community service give students ways to participate outside class. The university also reports a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling. New students can use orientation and academic advising to learn how these services work before a need becomes urgent. For commuters in particular, checking event times, parking rules, and the availability of spaces between classes may be as important as choosing a club.

What libraries are available to students at Saint Edward's University?

Munday Library is St. Edward's main campus library. It provides study space and access to research materials that students can use for coursework across disciplines.

Reported services include reservable study rooms. Students can also use library research help and digital resources when locating scholarly articles or developing a project; access rules for licensed databases may differ on and off campus. The library does not report a study area open 24 hours a day, so students who rely on late-night workspace should check the current building and service hours, particularly around exams and holidays.

Saint Edward's University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

3033

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

453

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

166 full time, 140 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

Saint Edward's University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 2,499
Graduate: 534

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 2,548
Part-time: 485

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 273
Men: 180

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 1,403
Black or African American: 99
White: 657
American Indian or Alaska Native: 12
Asian: 53
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 2
Two or more races: 59
Unknown: 30

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Saint Edward's University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBothBoth

Cheerleading

Both––

Crew

–Both–

Cross-country running

Both––

Golf

Both–Both

Soccer

BothBothBoth

Softball

Women–Women

Swimming and diving

–Both–

Tennis

BothBothBoth

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenBothWomen

Weight lifting

–Both–

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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