AdmissionsOS | Texas A&M University-San Antonio | University of St Thomas | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate lower = more selective | 93% | 90% |
| SAT range (mid 50%) | 840-1,070 | 980-1,210 |
| ACT range (mid 50%) | 15-21 | 18-25 |
| Average net price what students actually pay after aid | $11,196 | $19,359 |
| Sticker cost of attendance | $21,655 | $45,672 |
| Graduation rate | 40% | 69% |
| Retention rate | 66% | 78% |
| Undergraduates | 6,599 | 3,220 |
| Student-faculty ratio | 18:1 | 16:1 |
| Setting | San Antonio, TX | Houston, TX |
| Type | Public | Private nonprofit |
| Application fee | $30 | None |
| Test policy | Test-optional | Test-flexible |
Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2025-2026 cycle.
Compare these in the interactive toolUniversity of St Thomas is more selective, with a 90% acceptance rate versus 93% at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.
Texas A&M University-San Antonio has the lower average net price ($11,196 versus $19,359). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.