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About
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) is a private Catholic research university located in Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines. Founded in 1611, it is Asia's oldest extant university and one of the world's largest Catholic universities on a single campus. UST is highly regarded for its programs in medicine, law, architecture, engineering, and the arts, and has produced numerous national heroes and prominent professionals.
UNIREAL Score
63/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 63
Overview
- Country
- Philippines
- City
- Sampaloc
- Established
- 1611
- Students
- 45,731
- Programs
- 188
- Tuition (yearly)
- €1,000
- Admission period
- August – January
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Frequently asked questions
Where is University of Santo Tomas?
University of Santo Tomas is located in Sampaloc, Philippines.
How much does it cost to study at University of Santo Tomas?
Typical yearly tuition at University of Santo Tomas is about €1,000. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to University of Santo Tomas?
Admission at University of Santo Tomas usually runs August – January.
What can I study at University of Santo Tomas?
University of Santo Tomas offers about 188 programs, including Medicine, Law, Architecture, Engineering, Pharmacy.
What is the UNIREAL Score of University of Santo Tomas?
University of Santo Tomas has a UNIREAL Score of 63/100, calculated from: research activity.
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