A group of diverse St. Edward's students stands outdoors in front of a blue balloon arch. They are all wearing matching light blue polo shirts with a school logo on the chest and khaki shorts making the Toppers Up hand sign. The background shows trees and a brick building.

About St. Edward’s

Educating Hearts and Minds

Our Commitment to Excellence in the Creation of a More Just World

At St. Edward’s, we inspire learners innovating at the highest level, changemakers impacting Austin and community advocates making a difference.

 

 

What is St. Edward’s Known For? 

Is it our personalized university experience, rigorous academics, experiential learning opportunities, vibrant campus in the growing city of Austin or abundant alumni community? It’s all those things – and something more.

1885
Year St. Edward’s Was Founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross
#5
Best University in the West by U.S. News & World Report
2023–2026
Seal of Excelencia Awarded to St. Edward’s for Success in Serving Latino Students
1/
30+
Years as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)
3
Years in a Row St. Edward’s Has Been Named a Fulbright HSI Leader
63
Countries and 37 States Represented
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A large group of smiling students, faculty, and staff, along with a mascot, poses outdoors in front of Main Building at St. Edward's University. The group is celebrating, with two people on the far left and far right are holding large blue signs that read "U.S. News & World Report #5 Best University in the West." In the center, behind the group, there is a blue and yellow balloon arch.

Top 10 Reasons for Hilltop Pride

What keeps us consistently high in the rankings? It’s the transformative opportunities that await students at St. Edward’s and how Hilltoppers are making the most of those experiences to enrich their learning and fully engage in their education in the classroom, around our vibrant campus, throughout Austin and beyond.

See Why We Love St. Ed’s
Four students smile and pet the live goat mascot, who is wearing a St. Edward's blanket.

Our Favorite Hilltop Traditions

From the moment you start your academic journey and all the years that follow your graduation, when you become a Hilltopper, you become part of a tradition that connects you to your fellow students, alumni and Austin community.

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Our Community