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St. Thomas University

St Thomas University Saint Thomas University Miami Catholic University

Miami Gardens, Florida 33054-6459

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Small & IntimateSuburbanPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for health sciences

St. Thomas University is a private institution in Miami Gardens with particular strength in health sciences and business.

A small campus of 2K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,272 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,275.

Established
1885
Motto
Non Aliam Nisi Te
Type
Private university
Conference
Minnesota
Division
Division III

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99%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
1,963Students
17:1Student:Faculty
43%Grad Rate
$54,272Earnings 10yr
$24,275Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

St. Thomas University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate99.4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

99.4%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$34,770
Room & Board$12,478
Books & Supplies$360
Total Cost of Attendance$49,762
Average Net Price$24,275
Median Debt at Graduation$19,125
Monthly Payment (10yr)$203

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$23,083
$30–48K$23,471
$48–75K$23,944
$75–110K$28,095
$110K+$28,725

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

71.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$9,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

14

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (90)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

55%

Negative
  • •55% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,963
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
25%

Race & Ethnicity

White 11%
Black 36%
Hispanic 31%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 14%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate43.4%
Freshman Retention54.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$44,435
10 Years$54,272

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#148
—
vs 2024
Forbes
#194
↓1
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
↓1
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#201
—
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Tommies

BasketballBaseballSoftballLacrosseVolleyballCross countryIndoor trackHockeyTitle

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Founded in 1885 by John Ireland, archbishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, St.
  • •In 1894, the liberal arts program became an independent college through a gift from local railroad tycoon James J.
  • •Thomas established a military program on campus, and it was officially termed a military school by the U.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MIA Miami9 mi
MCO Orlando185 mi
TPA Tampa200 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1250 mi · ~36h 7m drive
New York, NY1083 mi · ~31h 17m drive
Hartford, CT1177 mi · ~34h drive
Providence, RI1208 mi · ~34h 54m drive
Albany, NY1213 mi · ~35h 3m drive
Syracuse, NY1206 mi · ~34h 50m drive
Rochester, NY1200 mi · ~34h 40m drive
Buffalo, NY1175 mi · ~33h 57m drive
Philadelphia, PA1013 mi · ~29h 16m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1003 mi · ~28h 59m drive
Harrisburg, PA1010 mi · ~29h 11m drive
Newark, NJ1081 mi · ~31h 14m drive
Washington, DC916 mi · ~26h 28m drive
Baltimore, MD947 mi · ~27h 21m drive
Atlanta, GA595 mi · ~17h 11m drive
Charlotte, NC644 mi · ~18h 36m drive
Raleigh, NC688 mi · ~19h 53m drive
Miami, FL12 mi · ~21 min drive
Orlando, FL194 mi · ~5h 36m drive
Tampa, FL195 mi · ~5h 38m drive
Nashville, TN806 mi · ~23h 17m drive
New Orleans, LA660 mi · ~19h 4m drive
Richmond, VA820 mi · ~23h 41m drive
Chicago, IL1180 mi · ~34h 5m drive
Detroit, MI1145 mi · ~33h 5m drive
Minneapolis, MN1502 mi · ~43h 23m drive
St. Louis, MO1051 mi · ~30h 22m drive
Kansas City, MO1232 mi · ~35h 35m drive
Indianapolis, IN1016 mi · ~29h 21m drive
Columbus, OH983 mi · ~28h 24m drive
Cleveland, OH1079 mi · ~31h 10m drive
Milwaukee, WI1259 mi · ~36h 22m drive
Dallas, TX1101 mi · ~31h 48m drive
Houston, TX960 mi · ~27h 44m drive
Austin, TX1106 mi · ~31h 57m drive
San Antonio, TX1141 mi · ~32h 58m drive
Los Angeles, CA2328 mi · ~67h 15m drive
San Francisco, CA2582 mi · ~74h 35m drive
San Diego, CA2261 mi · ~65h 19m drive
Seattle, WA2721 mi · ~78h 36m drive
Portland, OR2695 mi · ~77h 51m drive
Denver, CO1715 mi · ~49h 33m drive
Phoenix, AZ1971 mi · ~56h 56m drive
Salt Lake City, UT2078 mi · ~60h 2m drive
Honolulu, HI4851 mi · ~140h 8m drive
Deep South / Subtropical (warm winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Miami (MIA)9 miles
Rental car
14 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
18 min$11-18
Orlando (MCO)185 miles
Rental car
278 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
370 min$222-370

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