St. Thomas University

St. Thomas University is an exclusively undergraduate liberal arts institution with an innovative curriculum that emphasizes cross-disciplinary learning and strong teaching. The student population at STU is diverse—students come from 41 countries—and the school has the rare advantage of being a small university where it’s easy to recognize fellow students and professors. STU offers four bachelor’s streams—bachelor of arts, bachelor of social work, Mi’kmaq Wolastoqey bachelor of social work and bachelor of arts (aviation stream)—and 25 majors. The school recently launched two new majors, one in sustainability and environmental studies and the other is an interdisciplinary humanities major. The cozy campus offers inspiring study spots, such as the Great Hall or the study hall in Margaret Norrie McCain Hall, complete with leather chairs and copper-domed lamps. Students also have access to the nearby University of New Brunswick’s social and academic amenities, including the library and student centre. “The knowledge and skills that will be valued most in the years to come will be those that are uniquely human: critical thinking, creativity, empathy, and adaptability—these are the strengths of a St. Thomas education,” says president Nauman Farooqi. “We combine these with academic subjects and practical experiences that prepare students for their future.” Classes and extracurricular opportunities focus on developing students’ sense of their social responsibilities; experiential learning opportunities expose students to social issues that they learn about in class and give students a chance to put that learning to the test. School spirit is strong and often on display as students cheer on their Tommies sports teams.

Campus buzz: In 2026, the STU Moot Court team, made up of undergrads interested in law, won all four top prizes at the annual DalCup, where 22 schools from Atlantic Canada competed.

Quick facts

Tuition (includes compulsory ancillary fees) $9,839 

Median Entering Grades
Arts: 86% 

Student Body
Undergraduates: Full-time: 1,350 | Part-time: 52
Graduates: Full-time: 45
International Students: First-year: 2.3%

Housing Facts
Residence Spaces: 452 (for 2025, 100% of first-years who applied got a spot)
Cost of double room with meals: $12,158
Cost of single room with meals: $15,372

Standout programs

Sustainability and Environmental Studies: This program explores how social and ecological systems intersect. Grads enter the workforce ready to develop solutions for climate change.

Disability, Aging and Human Rights: Students in this program examine disability in the current political landscape and learn how to advocate for individuals with disabilities. 

Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream): Students begin their studies at St. Thomas, then go on to ground and flight training with Moncton Flight College.

Reputation

Ranked #12 (Primarily Undergraduate) among faculty members and hiring managers in the 2025 reputation survey, powered by Angus Reid Group.