Educating Hearts and Minds
Committed to excellence. Invested 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.
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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.
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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.