St. Edward's University is a private Catholic liberal arts university located in Austin, Texas, USA. Founded in 1877 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, the university is situated on a picturesque hilltop campus. The university offers over 50 undergraduate programs and multiple graduate programs across fields such as business, science, humanities, and education. It adheres to the principles of “small class sizes” and “whole-person development,” emphasizing critical thinking, practical experience, and social justice. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 13:1, with students hailing from various states across the U.S. and over 50 countries worldwide. The campus atmosphere is diverse, inclusive, and vibrant. The university consistently ranks among the top ten in the U.S. News “Western Regional Universities” category and has received numerous awards for its support of veterans and low-income students.
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