UST graduates consistently and yearly dominate the top ten topnotchers in courses with board exams (Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Engineering, Architecture, Accountancy, Education, Dietetics, Nutrition, Interior Design, etc.). This proves the University's superior academic programs.
Known as the Catholic University of the Philippines,the almost four-century old University of Santo Tomas draws inspiration from the teachings and philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Angelic doctor and patron saint of Catholic schools.
UST is the first and only educational institution declared as a natioanl cultural treasure.
The almost 400-year old university is the oldest in Asia and in student population, the largest Catholic University in the world located in one campus.
The University has produced national heroes, church martyrs, renowned scientists, national artists, internationally renowned business people and athletes, prominent doctors, 4 presidents of the Philippines, 3 vice presidents and 6 Chief Justices.
