Header Navigation User SEU Search Block MENU Facts & Awards Breadcrumb Home About St. Edward's Facts & Awards Main menu Facts & Awards History & Mission Strategic Plan Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Our Leadership Accreditation Take a closer look at St. Edward’s … We take pride in our community — who we are and what we can accomplish together. While many of our strengths can’t be quantified, some of them can. Here’s an overview of St. Edward’s by the numbers. 15:1 Student faculty ratio 55+ Undergraduate & graduate degrees 70,000+ Hours students contribute to community service each year 100+ Student organizations 36 States represented 10 NCAA Division II teams 75 Fulbright Award winners since 2008 97% of students participate in experiential learning before graduating 45 Countries represented … and hear what others have to say about us. In doing what’s best for our students and our community, we’ve received a number of significant awards and recognitions over the years. (It’s not just us, either; our hometown, Austin, wins its fair share of accolades, too.) A Top 10 University in the West U.S. News & World Report recognized St. Edward’s as one of “America’s Best Colleges” for the 19th year in a row. In the 2022 rankings, St. Edward’s remains in the U.S. News list of top 10 Best Regional Universities in the West for the 3rd consecutive year, and is #9 on the list this year. See details on ranking criteria. #3 Best University for Veterans in the West U.S. News chose St. Edward’s as one of the “Best Universities for Veterans” in its 2022 rankings. St. Edward’s is listed in 3rd place among more than 30 colleges in the West. In addition to demonstrating academic excellence, schools must be certified for the GI Bill and participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Named One of America’s “Best Bang for the Buck” Colleges 2020 is the seventh year Washington Monthly Magazine named St. Edward’s a “Best Bang for the Buck–South” college, based on economic value students receive per dollar. St. Edward’s also made their 2020 “Master’s Universities” list for contributions to social mobility, research and providing opportunities for public service. Nation’s #1 Producer of Fulbright Students St. Edward’s was named the nation’s #1 producer of Fulbright U.S. Students among master’s-granting institutions in 2018–2019 and 2015–2016. To date, St. Edward’s has been named a top producer of Fulbright Students by the U.S. Department of State for 11 years in a row, with 75 winners since 2008. Meet our 2021 Fulbright winners. Named a Fulbright HSI Leader St. Edward’s is one of 35 Hispanic-Serving Institutions nationally, and three in Texas, to be recognized as a Fulbright HSI Leader. 2021 is the inaugural year of this distinction, which is awarded for noteworthy engagement with the Fulbright Program, the U.S. government’s flagship international educational exchange program. See details. Among Top Transfer Universities in the U.S. 2021 marks the fourth straight year that Phi Theta Kappa named St. Edward’s among the top universities in the nation providing an excellent transfer pathway for community college students. Selection criteria includes transfer data, admissions, cost of attendance, campus life, recruitment practices and peer reviews. Ranked a Top Producer of Gilman Scholars In 2021, St. Edward’s was recognized for producing the most Gilman International Scholarship recipients in the program’s 20-year Top Producer category for small institutions, with 75 Gilman Scholars since 2001. The Gilman program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and makes study abroad more accessible and inclusive for high-achieving students with financial constraints. See details. Highly Rated by WSJ/THE College Student Survey The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education 2020 College Rankings placed St. Edward’s in the top 60% of 800+ U.S. schools on its list. The rankings draw from a survey by London-based Times Higher Education, in which 170,000 students rate colleges on engagement, resources, outcomes and environment. Listed Among “America’s Top Colleges” For the 11th year, Forbes has recognized St. Edward’s as one of “America’s Top Colleges.” Their 2021 best-colleges list includes 600 schools acknowledged for top academics, enriching student experiences, post-graduation success and lowest student debt. Graduates of St. Edward’s Are Thriving In the Gallup-Purdue Index 2018 national survey of college graduates, nearly twice as many alumni of Edward’s are thriving in all five areas of well-being (purpose, social, financial, community and physical), compared with alumni of other institutions. Learn about the report and more ways our alumni exceeded the national average. Named in “Best Colleges: Region by Region” The Princeton Review chose St. Edward’s for its 2022 list of “Best Colleges” in the Western Region. The annual list gives special recognition to schools across the U.S. that The Princeton Review considers academically outstanding. Chosen for Guide to Green Colleges The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges 2022 recognizes 422 schools worldwide that demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability in their academic offerings, campus infrastructure, activities and career preparation. We’re proud to be ranked among the top 25% of Green colleges on the list. Ranked a “Best College” in Texas and in the Southwest St. Edward’s is ranked among the Best Colleges in Texas and the Best Colleges in the U.S. by College Factual in their 2022 rankings. Criteria included the caliber and diversity of our student body, educational resources, degree completion, post-graduation earnings, and value for your money. Recognized Among Best Colleges in America NICHE chose St. Edward’s for its 2021 “Best Colleges” list based on rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial and student life data, and millions of reviews from students and alumni. St. Edward’s also made their 2021 lists of “Most Diverse Colleges” and “Best College Campuses.” Nationally Recognized for Student Engagement (NSSE) St. Edward’s scored highly in the 2020 National Survey of Student Engagement taken by more than 315,000 students nationwide. St. Edward’s met or exceeded the national average in all benchmark areas: academic challenge, learning with peers, experiences with faculty and campus environment. Listed Among Money’s Best Colleges Money Magazine selected St. Edward’s for its 2020 “Best Colleges for Your Money” list. Money evaluated data on quality, affordability and student outcomes, including tuition fees, family borrowing, graduation rate and career earnings. #2 Best “Hidden Gem” Catholic College in U.S. The College Gazette placed St. Edward’s in the #2 spot among its 2020 list of 10 top-tier Catholic colleges that are true hidden gems. Colleges were ranked based on having top programs, producing internationally renowned alumni and being nationally on the rise. Rated a “Best College” by Consensus College Consensus ranked St. Edward’s the #9 Best College in Texas and #10 Best College in the West for 2019. The annual list combines ratings and reviews from the most respected publishers and student reviews to provide precise and comprehensive rankings of a school’s reputation and quality. Listed Among “Best Colleges for Hispanic Students” Bestcolleges.com ranks St. Edward’s as #5 on its 2019 list of “Best Colleges for Hispanic Students.” Along with strict criteria for academic excellence, each school on the list boasts a cultural center, degree programs and scholarships dedicated to enhancing the experiences of Hispanic students. St. Edwards University St. Edward’s University 3001 South Congress Austin, Texas 78704-6489 855-468-6738 (toll free) 512-448-8400 Campus Information Maps & Directions Contact Directory Careers Site Map Policies Disclosures Accessibility Title IX Covid-19 St. Edward's on Social Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube Sticky bar Apply Now Request Info Visit Deposit HIDE