Overview
St.
Thomas University (STU) is a small, primarily undergraduate public university in Fredericton, New Brunswick, devoted to the liberal arts. It traces its origins to 1910, when St.
Thomas College opened in Chatham, New Brunswick; it received its university charter in 1934, took its present name in 1960 and moved to Fredericton in 1964, where it occupies its own campus beside the University of New Brunswick. Although the two institutions cooperate under a 1963 federation agreement, St.
Thomas grants its own degrees, sets its own admission rules and controls its own curriculum.
The university has grown from fewer than 500 students at the time of the move to roughly 1,600 students taught by about 90 full-time faculty, with international students making up about 11 per cent of the student body. Classes are small and are always taught by professors rather than teaching assistants.
The core credential is a four-year Bachelor of Arts in which students choose majors, minors and honours options from more than 30 subject areas in the humanities and social sciences, including criminology and criminal justice, journalism, human rights, psychology, political science and the Great Books program; a Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) pairs the degree with ground school and flight training through MFC Training. The School of Social Work offers a Bachelor of Social Work, a Master of Social Work and a Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqey Bachelor of Social Work, and the School of Education runs a 10-month post-degree Bachelor of Education.
Bachelor of Applied Arts degrees in criminal justice and gerontology are delivered jointly with the New Brunswick Community College. Students can live in on-campus residences, join study-abroad exchanges and travel-study courses, and compete for entrance scholarships and need-based bursaries.
Location & Contact
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Academic Details
St. Thomas University's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.
Academic Structures
St. Thomas University's academic units are listed below, by type.
Unit 4 items
- Humanities
- School of Education
- School of Social Work
- Social Sciences
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour of New Brunswick.
School of Social Work (school) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Social Work
School of Education (school) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Education
Social Sciences (division) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anthropology
- Business and Social Entrepreneurship
- Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Economics
- Gerontology
- International Relations
- Law, Politics, and Society
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Sustainability and Environmental Studies
- Women's Studies and Gender Studies
Humanities (division) 20 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Catholic Studies
- Communications and Public Policy
- Digital Media and Creative Arts
- Disability, Aging, and Human Rights
- English Language and Literature
- English as a Second Language
- Fine Arts
- French
- Great Books
- History
- Human Rights
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Interdisciplinary Major in Humanities
- Irish Studies
- Journalism
- Native Studies
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- Romance Languages
- Spanish and Latin American Studies
Programs Offered
Every programme St. Thomas University currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.
37 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Canada
Bachelor's Degree 36 programmes
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Scholarships in Canada
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How to apply to St. Thomas University
A five-step path through the application process at St. Thomas University.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. St. Thomas University runs 37 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Before applying to St. Thomas University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Canada.
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Get your documents ready
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with St. Thomas University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Apply through the official channel
Lodge your application through the official website (www.stu.ca). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Reach out and track your application
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. You can reach the institution by email at admissions@stu.ca or by phone at +1 (506) 452 0532. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about St. Thomas University
Frequently asked questions about St. Thomas University.
In what year was St. Thomas University established?
St. Thomas University was founded in 1910 (approximately 116 years ago).
Where is St. Thomas University located?
St. Thomas University is located in Fredericton, Canada.
What is St. Thomas University's control type?
St. Thomas University is a public institution.
What is the student enrolment at St. Thomas University?
Student enrolment at St. Thomas University is around 1,600.
What qualification levels does St. Thomas University offer?
Programmes at St. Thomas University cover bachelor's and master's programmes.
What is St. Thomas University's religious tradition?
St. Thomas University is associated with Christian-Catholic.
How is St. Thomas University organised academically?
St. Thomas University has 4 academic units.
Who recognises St. Thomas University?
Yes, St. Thomas University is recognised by Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour of New Brunswick.
Where can I learn more about St. Thomas University?
St. Thomas University's official website is www.stu.ca.
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