University of St. Thomas Admissions and Financial Aid

09/23/2026

Not to influence your college search or anything, but… you could go to college somewhere fall looks like this 🍂

A real college neighborhood AND a major city.
Football Saturdays AND walks down Summit Avenue.
Campus traditions AND plenty to do off campus.

Minnesota fall is pretty hard to beat 💜

📍 Summit Avenue • St. Paul, Minnesota

09/03/2026

kinda chic pt. 2

09/03/2026

Did you know, not all work-study jobs are on campus?

Work-study positions can include community service options with non-profit employers.

Federal Work-Study jobs can be on or off campus and help students earn money to pay for college. The Financial Aid Office has been working with off-campus partners to increase the options students have to find meaningful and major specific work-study jobs off campus. Over the last year, Cassia, YWCA, ACES, AVID, 825 Arts, The Free Book Buggie, and Agape Oasis have all signed on as federal work-study partners.

What is Off-Campus Federal Work Study?

The Off-Campus Federal Work Study (FWS) Program is a federally funded and need-based program that offers off-campus jobs for eligible students enrolled at least half-time. This program allows students to earn money to help pay education expenses and to gain employment that is connected to the community and related to their academic pursuits.

FWS eligibility is determined when students file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. FWS does not directly pay tuition and fees; instead, once hired in an Off-Campus Federal Work Study position, students will receive a paycheck that is subtracted from their total award over the course of the year.

What are the benefits of participating in the Off-Campus Federal Work Study program?

The Off-Campus Federal Work Study program offers benefits to both eligible students and employers.

Through the Off-Campus FWS program, students…

Impact the communities surrounding the University of St. Thomas through their work experience at local non-profit organizations or government agencies.
Experience opportunities for networking and developing connections in their professional community.
Gain hands-on experience working in an environment that enhances their career.
Connect their academic pursuits to their professional setting.
How do I know if I am eligible for Off-Campus Federal Work Study positions?

You can check your FWS eligibility on Murphy Online

Log in to Murphy Online and click Financial Aid from the main menu.
Under Financial Aid, click Offer.
Scroll to see Options to Pay Net Cost to see if you have A WORK STUDY OFFER

Placements are made on a first-come, first-serve basis.

You’ll earn at least the current federal minimum wage. However, you may earn more depending on the type of work you do, and the skills required for the position. Many off-campus jobs pay $18+/hr. Remember; you'll need to provide your own transportation to these off-campus positions.

See current on and off-campus job openings here. https://studentemployment-stthomas.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchKeyword=&searchZip=&searchRadius=20

08/26/2026

Paying your tuition bill is one of the first things students and families navigate each semester. Knowing your deadlines, your options and who can access the account makes it a lot easier.


That's why our Business Office and Financial Aid teams created How to Pay Your Bill. The new video walks students and families through the billing system, payment options and the steps to take before your bill is due.



🎥 In about three minutes, you'll learn:

When your bill is due and what your payment options are

How to choose between paying in full or using a payment plan

How to read your statement and what your balance is actually telling you

How to add a parent or family member as an authorized user



https://stthomas.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=e0f96638-15ea-4b96-84f7-b4ba016b36e2



Please note for the Fall semester 2026: Some Federal loan processing has been delayed due to the implementation of new federal regulations and required system updates for the Fall semester 2026. Therefore, it may not appear as estimated aid on your bill as described in the video. We expect to be on track for Federal loan processing by the end of the first week of September with disbursements expected to be delivered on time--the first day of class. While bills are not updated after they are produced -- they are a static monthly document-- you may view your current account balance anytime in Murphy Online to check if your loan has paid.

08/20/2026

Student loans can be an important tool for making college possible. The key? Understanding what you’re borrowing and having a plan.



That’s why our Financial Aid team created Borrow Smart, Tommies! The new animated video series helps students and families better understand student loans, explore their options and make informed decisions about borrowing.



Whether you’re figuring out how much to borrow, comparing federal and private loans or wondering how interest actually works, we’ll walk you through it.

🎥 Watch the one or all four in the series:

• Smart Borrowing 101

• Federal Loans

• Private Loans

• Student Loan Interest

Students and families don’t have to figure this out alone. Watch together, talk through your options and bring your questions to Financial Aid. We’re here to help.



🔗 Watch Borrow Smart, Tommies!: https://stthomas.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?pid=58a5378f-5dee-4ed2-b1d4-b4ac01311bb7

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06/30/2026

Welcome to your new inbox! We've started sending everything to your stthomas.edu account.

If you haven't claimed yours yet, now is the time.

06/07/2026

Still not over graduation 🥹

We caught up with the Class of 2026 right after they walked the stage to ask the big question: what’s next?

From neuroscience PhDs and teaching second grade, to volunteering in Bolivia, getting married and catching up on sleep (mood), the future sure looks b̶r̶i̶g̶h̶t̶ purple 💜

Go do big things, Tommies 🎓

06/01/2026

Tommie pride, one cap at a time. 💜
From meaningful messages to bold designs, this year’s decorated graduation caps captured what commencement is all about: celebrating the journey, the people who made it possible and the exciting next chapter ahead.

04/24/2026

Congratulations Graduates!

Earning your degree is quite an accomplishment, and we wish you the very best in your life after St. Thomas!

Before you go, however, there are a few things we want to share with you.

Exit Counseling
What is Exit Counseling?
Exit counseling is a requirement if you borrowed a federal student loan. It provides important information to help you prepare for loan repayment. You will be asked to complete exit counseling each time you:

Drop below half-time enrollment
Graduate
Leave school
Who should complete this?
Students who have received a subsidized and/or unsubsidized loan(s) under the Direct Loan Program or the FFEL Program, must complete exit counseling. Recipients of the SELF Loan (a private loan program) typically pay interest while in school, but repayment will change upon graduation. To ensure that you understand the changes and all your obligations, contact the SELF Loan servicer, Aspire Servicing at 800-243-7552.



Loan Repayment
Utilizing your resources is a key component in successful loan repayment.



Review your federal aid summary (My Aid) on the https://studentaid.gov/dashboard and find your loan servicer information.
Check Murphy Online https://experience.elluciancloud.com/uofstthomasmn/ for a summary of your private education loans.
Meet with a financial aid counselor to review your loans and prepare for repayment. https://go.oncehub.com/financialaid


Get help navigating your federal loan https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/repayment/plans repayment options from the lender/servicer.
Use the Loan Simulator to get an idea on your federal loan payment amount. https://studentaid.gov/loan-simulator/
See more info here including Top Student Loan Repayment Tips for Graduating Seniors.
https://www.stthomas.edu/financial-aid/undergraduate/loans/repayment/index.html

04/09/2026