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4worldlovers: You are an original, so don't get lost in the crowd. It's time to unlock your full potential with small class sizes and the personal attention you deserve.

Incoming freshmen, transfer students, graduate students, first-generation students – the University of St. Thomas welcomes you at any point in your education journey.

With a student-to-faculty ratio of just 13:1 and an online success coach for every undergraduate student, you’ll get the personal attention you need to maximize your potential.

Your future is too important to put off – not for a semester, a year or a generation. If your family makes less than $50K a year, the University of St. Thomas will cover all four years of your undergraduate degree.

This means all out-of-pocket expenses are on us, and you will graduate debt free.

Let us help you build the future you want and show the world who you are.

UST is a university for all people, grounded in Catholic intellectual traditions and committed to the love of Christ, as reflected in our motto Crescamus in Christo: May we grow together in Christ.

Our blog is dedicated to helping you explore your future career possibilities and how to make the most of your college experience. Read more about the benefits of a Catholic education, the resources available to UST students, how diversity matters in secondary education and many more topics to help you get a better understanding of what we’re all about.

4worldlovers: Research Finds Scandals Have Less Impact on Politicians Than They Used To

Professor of Political Science Brandon Rottinghaus culled data since Watergate for this study, published in the journal Political Research Quarterly. In his study, he identifies reasons for the reduction in impact of political scandals.

More than Half of Houston Residents Say City is Headed in the Wrong Direction

Back to basics – that’s what Houstonians want from city leaders, says a survey released today by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs. Most respondents want to focus on local crime, flooding, roads and economy. Fewer voiced immediate concerns over air quality, parks, sidewalks and neighborhoods’ access to grocery stores.

An exhibit of antiquities, collected by the father of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud, on display in London, is co-curated by a University of Houston professor and expert in Freud's work. The collection helps explain how Freud developed his theories.

The future of wearable technology just got a big boost thanks to a team of University of Houston researchers who designed, developed and delivered a successful prototype of a fully stretchable fabric-based lithium-ion battery.

UH Provost Diane Z. Chase is the lead author on a recent Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences article exploring how lessons learned from ancient civilizations may inform how cities respond to climate change.

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College is about more than just preparing you for your future career—it’s a chance to discover who you are and what you believe. An HCU education will prepare you for every step in your journey, from the day you become a Husky to the moment you earn your degree. Learn more about the benefits of studying at HCU, a leading Christian university in Texas.


Submitting your application is the first step toward experiencing all that HCU has to offer. The HCU application is free and available online. SAT and ACT test scores are not currently required for undergraduate admission, making the application process easier and more accessible. Campus tours and student events are also available to help you learn more about what it’s like to be a part of the pack. Attend an info session or request more information online. We can’t wait to get connected!


We know that college affordability has become the top concern of students and their parents. Our financial aid and admissions teams are here to help you navigate the many options available to students such as government grants, scholarships, student loans, and flexible payment plans. Over 90% of HCU students receive some form of financial aid. Learn more about our block tuition and opportunities for financial assistance.

There are many places you can go to earn a college degree, but few will challenge your heart and spirit as well as your mind. Through initiatives like our Kaleo Discipleship and Baptist Student Ministries programs, you will experience one-on-one discipleship from HCU faculty and staff, all of whom profess faith in Jesus Christ. HCU also offers a strong apologetics program, providing helpful answers to the most pressing questions about the Christian faith. Learn more about opportunities to mature in your faith at HCU.

4worldlovers: Tune into another recording from this year's alumni reunion! Tracy Dennis ’00 and John Dennis ’93 talk about their lives together, what brought them to Houston and Rice, post-Partio Lamaze classes, and why they continue to give back to the Rice community.

Wherever you are in life, we make the MBA work for you. Full or part time. On campus or online. Professional or executive. Combine it with another degree, like an MD from Baylor College of Medicine. Every program offers the same top-ranked MBA experience and faculty.

Welcome to America’s most diverse city. Home to newcomers from around the globe, there’s no better place to live and launch. Think foodie heaven, off-the-grid culture, wildcatter innovation, sports, arts and 38,394 acres of parks.

At Rice, I have been able to meet several folks who managed businesses outside of their "day jobs." I knew Rice is ranked #1 for its entrepreneurial program, but it was still so refreshing to meet people who share my same spirit of creating and innovating in business.

My classes have taught me so many new things. I have also made new friends that I will cherish well beyond the MBA.

One of the things the MBA program has given me is confidence — the feeling that there’s nothing I can’t explore.

Owl Have You Know is Rice Business’ podcast created to share the experiences of alumni, faculty, students and other members of our business community – real stories of belonging, failing, rebounding and, ultimately, succeeding.

His Passion for ALS Research Starts at Home feat. Daniel Barvin '18

In this episode recorded at Rice Alliance in McNair Hall, Daniel chats with host Maya Pomroy about his journey, his passion for ALS research, and building community and support online with others affected by this disease.

Giving Entrepreneurs the Tools to Change the World feat. Hesam Panahi, Taylor Anne Adams '23, and Delaney Berman '22

Tune into the latest live recording of Owl Have You Know! Host Maya Pomroy was joined by Hesam Panahi, director of strategic initiatives and programs at the Liu Idea Lab, and two alumni entrepreneurs.

Ben joins host Maya Pomroy to discuss their shared love of racing cars, what makes Rice different from other MBA programs, why giving back to Houston is so important to him and the work of finding and being a mentor.

Get an inside look as artist Kate Shepherd creates Rice Business’ stunning new wall painting in luminous shades of red and grey, a hypnotic visual connection to the architecture of McNair Hall’s octagonal atrium. The result, titled “Tricycle Red, Pelican Grey, etc., partial octagons,” is a work of art equal in boldness to the students of Rice Business.

Rice Business Wisdom is our online ideas magazine that features faculty research.

More effective marketing could convince the vaccine hesitant to change their ways

Our real estate faculty offer students a comprehensive understanding of the industry and guide them through the complex landscape of institutional real estate. Their award-winning research on topics like option pricing, fixed income and mortgage-backed securities has been published in top journals within the field and widely covered by prominent media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, The New York Times and The Economist.

4worldlovers: TSU Interim Dean Named to American Association of State Colleges and Universities 2023 Emerging Leaders Program The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) has selected Dr. Aisha Moultry, interim dean for TSU’s College of Transdisciplinary Studies professionals to participate in the 2023 Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). Dr. Moultry is one of 35 leaders from around the state colleges and universities from across the nation to be selected.

Kroger donated more than 12,000 bottles of water to Texas Southern University's Ocean of Soul Marching Band. Director Brian Simmons says this donation should carry the band through the entire season.

Texas Southern University Professional Pilot Program Earns Coveted Aviation Accreditation Board International AccreditationTexas Southern University’s aviation program has achieved one of the highest levels of recognition in the industry. The program has been professionally accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI).

KTSU 90.9 FM Listeners Now Have HD OptionsThe Choice, KTSU 90.9, has made listening to its urban alternative station, The Vibe, easier. KTSU has expanded the listening experience by placing The Vibe on 90.9 FM HD2.

As a child growing and coming of age in rural Nacogdoches, Texas, for Bertrand “Bert” Simmons, Texas Southern University alumnus (class of 1975), the importance of philanthropy and giving back from his parents.