University of Santo Tomas: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #2652 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #836 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #4 of 229 | In the Philippines |
| #2 of 35 | In Manila |
| #959 of 1,135 | For Occupational Therapy |
| Top50% | For 31 other topics |
Quick Review
- Religion
- Christian
- Acceptance rate
- 90%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.ust.edu.ph
- Languages
- Filipino;English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 90% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Graduation from high school or equivalent approved by the Government Bureau of Private Schools and entrance examination |
| Academic Calendar | June to March (June - October; November-March) |
We've calculated the 90% acceptance rate for University of Santo Tomas based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Santo Tomas has published 3,187 scientific papers with 33,748 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Medicine, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Psychology, Political Science, Chemistry, Law, and Sociology.
University of Santo Tomas majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 8 | 26 |
| 1992 | 1 | 28 |
| 1993 | 1 | 30 |
| 1994 | 3 | 34 |
| 1995 | 3 | 45 |
| 1996 | 4 | 35 |
| 1997 | 4 | 45 |
| 1998 | 4 | 57 |
| 1999 | 4 | 59 |
| 2000 | 2 | 63 |
| 2001 | 8 | 73 |
| 2002 | 10 | 100 |
| 2003 | 14 | 103 |
| 2004 | 24 | 122 |
| 2005 | 19 | 156 |
| 2006 | 36 | 259 |
| 2007 | 34 | 435 |
| 2008 | 31 | 568 |
| 2009 | 41 | 670 |
| 2010 | 55 | 806 |
| 2011 | 40 | 775 |
| 2012 | 74 | 1027 |
| 2013 | 65 | 1165 |
| 2014 | 96 | 1290 |
| 2015 | 175 | 1293 |
| 2016 | 142 | 1441 |
| 2017 | 205 | 1597 |
| 2018 | 170 | 1804 |
| 2019 | 220 | 2203 |
| 2020 | 330 | 2872 |
| 2021 | 396 | 3719 |
| 2022 | 496 | 4546 |
| 2023 | 414 | 5492 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Santo Tomas gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition per Semester | Total Tuition for 4 Years |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Accountancy | Php 45,000 | Php 360,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Architecture | Php 50,000 | Php 400,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Biology | Php 40,000 | Php 320,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering | Php 50,000 | Php 400,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering | Php 50,000 | Php 400,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | Php 45,000 | Php 360,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Education | Php 35,000 | Php 280,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Information Technology | Php 45,000 | Php 360,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology | Php 45,000 | Php 360,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Php 50,000 | Php 400,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy | Php 45,000 | Php 360,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy | Php 50,000 | Php 400,000 |
The University of Santo Tomas has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Santo Tomas.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Actuarial Science, Advertising and Publicity, Architecture, Asian Studies, Behavioural Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology, Business Computing, Canon Law, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Child Care and Development, Civil Engineering, Communication Studies, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Conducting, Dietetics, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, English, Environmental Engineering, Finance, Food Technology, Foreign Languages Education, History, Hotel and Restaurant, Hotel Management, Human Resources, Humanities and Social Science Education, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Jazz and Popular Music, Journalism, Justice Administration, Leisure Studies, Library Science, Literature, Marketing, Mathematics Education, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Music Education, Music Theory and Composition, Musical Instruments, Musicology, Native Language Education, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Painting and Drawing, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Physical Education, Physical Therapy, Political Sciences, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Psychology, Religious Education, Science Education, Singing, Sociology, Special Education, Speech Therapy and Audiology, Sports, Sports Management, Theatre, Theology, Tourism, Transport Engineering, Writing |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Certificate/ Diploma | Medicine |
| Master's Degree | Applied Physics, Architecture, Biology, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Clinical Psychology, Communication Studies, Curriculum, Development Studies, Economics, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, Electronic Engineering, Engineering Management, English, Fine Arts, Food Science, Health Administration, Heritage Preservation, History, Human Resources, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Journalism, Law, Library Science, Literature, Marketing, Mathematics Education, Medical Technology, Metallurgical Engineering, Microbiology, Music, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Physical Therapy, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Public Law, Science Education, Small Business, Speech Therapy and Audiology, Writing |
| PhD | Biological and Life Sciences, Business and Commerce, Chemistry, Clinical Psychology, Curriculum, Development Studies, Economics, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, English, History, Human Resources, Law, Literature, Medical Technology, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Public Administration |
University of Santo Tomas alumni
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José Rizal
- Occupations
- poetophthalmologistwritersurgeonrevolutionary
- Biography
-
José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda was a Filipino nationalist, writer and polymath active at the end of the Spanish colonial period of the Philippines. He is considered a national hero (pambansang bayani) of the Philippines. An ophthalmologist by profession, Rizal became a writer and a key member of the Filipino Propaganda Movement, which advocated political reforms for the colony under Spain.
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Manuel L. Quezon
- Enrolled in the University of Santo Tomas
- In 1903 graduated with Licentiate in law
- Occupations
- politicianlawyer
- Biography
-
Manuel Luis Quezon y Molina, also known by his initials MLQ, was a Filipino lawyer, statesman, soldier, and politician who was president of the Commonwealth of the Philippines from 1935 until his death in 1944. He was the first Filipino to head a government of the entire Philippines and is considered the second president of the Philippines after Emilio Aguinaldo (1899–1901), whom Quezon defeated in the 1935 presidential election.
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Antonio Luna
- Occupations
- military officer
- Biography
-
Antonio Narciso Luna de San Pedro y Novicio Ancheta was a Filipino pharmacist and army general who fought in the Philippine–American War before his assassination on June 5, 1899 at the age of 32.
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Sarah Geronimo
- Occupations
- actorsingermodel
- Biography
-
Sarah Asher Tua Geronimo is a Filipino singer and actress. Referred to as the "Popstar Royalty", she is known for her musical versatility and performances. She is a recipient of various accolades, including an Mnet Asian Music Award, a MTV Europe Music Award, a Classic Rock Roll of Honour Award, and a World Music Award.
University of Santo Tomas faculties and divisions
| Centre : Applied Ethics | Ethics |
|---|---|
| Centre : Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics | Cultural Studies, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies |
| Centre : Creative Writing and Studies | Writing |
| Centre : Education and Research Development | Development Studies, Education |
| Centre : Social Research | Social Studies |
| College : Accountancy | Accountancy |
| College : Architecture | Architecture |
| College : Commerce and Business Administration | Banking, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing |
| College : Education | Dietetics, Education, Food Technology, Information Sciences, Library Science, Nutrition, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, Teacher Training |
| College : Fine Arts and Design | Advertising and Publicity, Design, Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Painting and Drawing |
| College : Nursing | Nursing |
| College : Rehabilitation Sciences | Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy and Audiology, Sports |
| College : Science | Actuarial Science, Applied Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Psychology |
| College : Tourism and Hospitality Management | Hotel and Restaurant, Hotel Management, Tourism |
| Conservatory : Music | Conducting, Music, Music Education, Music Theory and Composition, Musical Instruments, Singing |
| Faculty : Arts and Letters | Arts and Humanities, Asian Studies, Behavioural Sciences, Communication Arts, Communication Studies, Economics, Journalism, Justice Administration, Literature, Media Studies, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Sociology |
| Faculty : Civil Law | Administrative Law, Civil Law, Commercial Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Insurance, International Law, Labour Law, Political Sciences, Private Law, Public Law |
| Faculty : Ecclesiastical Studies | Canon Law, Pastoral Studies, Philosophy, Theology |
| Faculty : Engineering | Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Faculty : Medicine and Surgery | Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Health, Dermatology, Epidemiology, Forensic Medicine and Dentistry, Histology, Medicine, Microbiology, Neurology, Neurosciences, Nutrition, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, Paediatrics, Parasitology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Radiology, Rehabilitation and Therapy, Social and Preventive Medicine, Surgery |
| Faculty : Pharmacy | Biochemistry, Botany, Medical Technology, Pharmacy |
| Institute : Physical Education and Athletics | Physical Education, Sports |
| Institute : Technological Courses | Electronic Engineering, Management, Technology |
| Research Division : Ecclesiastical Sciences | Religious Studies |
| Research Division : Health Sciences | Health Sciences |
| Research Division : Movement Science | Natural Sciences |
| Research Division : Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences |
| School : Graduate | Accountancy, Advertising and Publicity, Applied Physics, Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Banking, Biological and Life Sciences, Biology, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Canon Law, Chemistry, Civil Law, Clinical Psychology, Communication Studies, Cultural Studies, Curriculum, Development Studies, Economics, Education, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, Engineering, English, Ethics, Finance, Fine Arts, Food Science, Health Administration, Health Education, Heritage Preservation, History, Human Resources, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Law, Library Science, Literature, Management, Management Systems, Marketing, Mathematics Education, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Music, Natural Sciences, Nursing, Oriental Studies, Pastoral Studies, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Physical Therapy, Political Sciences, Psychology, Public Administration, Religious Studies, Science Education, Social Sciences, Theology, Writing |
General information
| Alternative names | UST |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1611 |
| Accreditation | Commission on Higher Education; PACUCOA |
| Motto | Veritas in Caritate Truth in Charity |
| Colors | yellow gold, black, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | España Street Sampaloc Manila, First District, Metro Manila, 1015 Philippines |
|---|---|
| City population | 1,847,000 |