St. Edward's University

With a Catholic core enriched by an embracing of traditions, St. Edward’s University of Austin, Texas, has grown to become one of the most diverse liberal arts universities in the United States. With its emphasis on learning through immersion and collaboration, and the belief that every person deserves to be treated with dignity, student at St. Edward’s develop an education that will see beyond their immediate needs and supply them with the skills and characteristics for a successful future. With over 50 areas of study and five pre-professional programs, the school offers opportunities for all. Undergraduates can pursue their bachelor’s degree in options such as Criminology, Bioinformatics and Photocommunications. Graduate, adult learner and professional education programs are also available. To be considered for admissions, students must have ranked in the top half of their high school class and scored over 500 on each section of the SAT, or show an ACT score of 21 or higher. To apply, visit the website to fill out an application. To assist with the cost of tuition, the school will assign you a financial aid advisor once you have been accepted. Your advisor will work with you on your FAFSA and assist you with other financial aid options. The school offers merit-based scholarships and many require no additional paperwork. The school also offers specialty scholarships and grants to qualifying students. Student life also offers many opportunities—with a diverse collection of 90 different clubs and organizations, students can be sure to find one that meets their interests. Situated in Austin, students at St. Edward’s also have access to an exciting and constantly changing city, known as “The Live Music Capital of the World.” The school also puts a focus on exploring the traditions of other religious beliefs, and aside from traditional Catholic ceremonies, the school also partakes in dinners and feasts to mark the common heritages of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

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