St. Thomas University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About St. Thomas University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
St. Thomas University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Miami Gardens, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,583, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The university offers 30 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 41%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for students are $31,800.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
71% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
56% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
41% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationConsidered (not required)
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programConsidered (not required)
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile16-21
SAT 25th-75th Percentile860-1060
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
43%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
13%
Unknown
7%
Black
22%
Hispanic
46%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
61% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
20
Total Online Enrollment
2,528
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.43% online, 57% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
75% On-campus
25% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's7% online
Graduate Certificate7% online
Master's46% online
Doctorate75% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
68%
State Grant Aid
79%
Institution Grant Aid
97%
Pell Grant
61%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$45k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Wrestling
- Beach Volleyball
- Bowling
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 20 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Theology And Religious Vocations. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.