St. Thomas University
St. Thomas University

St. Thomas University

Miami Gardens, FL, USA
Private
4 Year

Overview

St Thomas University is a private institution located in Miami Gardens, Florida. STU is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church and Archdiocese of Miami, and their institution goal is to “form[] a community of co-learners that teaches and worships in the Catholic tradition.” STU offers study abroad programs in places such as Spain, India, Croatia, and Italy. Popular majors include business, criminal justice and safety studies, and psychology.

Acceptance Rate:
65%
Average Net Price:
$24,436
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.2
Average ACT Composite
18
Average SAT Composite
996

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Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$24,436
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$34,770
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$34,770
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$12,478
Books and Supplies
$360
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$21,526
$30k - $48k
$25,097
$48k - $75k
$21,769
$75k - $110k
$24,629
$110k+
$28,211
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
28%
Average Aid Per Year
$22,668
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
28%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,574
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$16,416

 

Students receiving state aid
77%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3125
Students receiving federal aid
72%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,574
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$24,040
$30k - $48k
$22,565
$48k - $75k
$20,371
$75k - $110k
$20,950
$110k+
$20,522
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$2,930,773
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$11,484,954

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
72%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,809
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$208
Students receiving federal loans
71%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,243
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,918

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Roman Catholic
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
0
100
65%
Acceptance Rate
7520
Students Applied
54%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
179
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Applications Accepted
Common Application
Common Application
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
77%
Out-Of-State Students
11%
9%
Submitting ACT
24%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 18
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 996
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
410
75th
530
Reading
25th
450
75th
530
3.2
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
15%
3.50 - 3.74
16%
3.25 - 3.49
19%
3.00 - 3.24
21%
2.50 - 2.99
23%
2.00 - 2.49
5%

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 800-367-9010
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
6,370
Total Number of Undergrads
3,950
0
100
28%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
35%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
18:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
46%
20-39 Students
53%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
43

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
45%
55%
Residency
In-State Students
77%
Out-Of-State Students
11%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
27
Countries Represented
48
Ethnicity
African American
18%
Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
Hispanic
50%
White
12%
Multiracial
2%
Unknown
10%
Percent of First Generation Students
41%
Student Organizations
10
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is not checked
No
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
10%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
40%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Bobcats
School Colors
columbia navy and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Florida Sun Conference
Total Male Athletes
93
Total Female Athletes
81
Intramural Sports
13
Sports Team (Men)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading-Dance Team
  • Cross Country
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
  • Beach Volleyball
St. Thomas University Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$60,500
Top 5 Cities
Miami
New York
West Palm Beach
Atlanta
Orlando
Top 5 Employers
St. Thomas University
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Miami-Dade County
Miami Dade College
Froward County Public Schools
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Operations
Sales
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,000
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$208
Professors are great. Whats best is the same class sizes; they allow for a more personalized education. Plenty of areas of study to choose from, however, the classes in less demand are on rotation so you might have to wait a semester to take a class you want. On the bright side, if the class you need is not being offered faculty are so nice and willing to work with you.
STU Bobcat from FL
Amazing school.
Heather from Cherry Tree, PA
so far its been good. hope things stay like this throughout all four years.
Kris from Boynton Beach, FL
Saint Thomas university is a great Catholic private university. I rate the university a 5 out of 5 for the nice enthusiastic teachers and advisors. The employees at Saint Thomas University work accurately, really hard and fast informing, helping and satisfying parents, future and current students.
Stacy from Miami, FL
It is a safe and quiet campus. The professors are always available to your needs. You will never be bored because there are always activities and events held during Common Hour where you can meet new people and get your net-working skills going.
Jamecia from Miami Gardens, FL
I would rate St. Thomas University a 8/10 stars. I love the school and activity the school has every week. Everyone in the school is friendly and help other students who are new there.
Alison
Saint Thomas University is a small great university. It has the necessary to provide to its students, the Academic Enhancement Center is pleased to help you develop your skills and potentials in any discipline. The social interaction between students and faculties contributes also to its well functionality.
Brunel from Miami Gardens, FL
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