University of St Thomas-Saint Paul Top Questions

What it takes to have success in the classroom. Understand what it means to study and prepare for a test and the importance of every grade in the class.

I wish I had known which classes from which professors I ought to have taken. I wish I had known how much of a commitment it would be to play a varsity sport here. I wish I had known that living off-campus during my first year at college would be very challenging.

How hard it is to get financial support according to need base and jobs on basis of work study qualifications.

I wish I knew more about financing and how to pay for school/get the most in terms of scholarships/awards, it is an expensive institution.

The Justice and Peace department is the best on campus.

Bring lots of warm clothes

I wish I had known about the music program at St. Thomas. We have incredible professors and directors that have built up incredible performance ensembles. We aren't getting the recognition we deserve, but it is a first-rate program with many opportunities.

The library is a helpful place. If you need to get work done go to the library. It is also useful to study and be very focused during the week, since college is tough, then have fun on the weekend.

I wish I would have known just how much it would cost to attend. I knew what ballpark the cost would be in, but what I had thought originally was a lot cheaper than what the actual cost is. I also wish that I would have realized what major I wanted to pursue because St. Thomas does not offer certain majors involving sports.

I wish someone would have taught me how to time manage.