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Thomas More University

Thomas More

Crestview Hills, Kentucky 41017-3495

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Thomas More University is a private institution in Crestview Hills with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1140, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

40% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,384 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,701.

Established
1921
Mascot
Tommy Mo
Type
Private university
Conference
Mid-South Conference of the NAIA
Division
Division II

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97%Acceptance
1140SAT Avg
1,305Students
14:1Student:Faculty
40%Grad Rate
$59,384Earnings 10yr
$20,701Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Thomas More 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 Rate97.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1140

Reading & Writing
510590
Math
490560

ACT Score Range

Composite
2027

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

97.0%

Trend

SAT Avg

1140

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$38,400
Room & Board$9,530
Books & Supplies$500
Total Cost of Attendance$46,342
Average Net Price$20,701
Median Debt at Graduation$26,236
Monthly Payment (10yr)$278

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,407
$30–48K$15,773
$48–75K$19,388
$75–110K$21,643
$110K+$23,299

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

40.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,376

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

9

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (67)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

67%

Negative
  • 67% 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
1,305
Gender Split
48% / 52%
Women / Men
First Generation
37%
Pell Grant Recipients
22%

Race & Ethnicity

White 74%
Black 9%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate40.1%
Freshman Retention67.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$47,148
10 Years$59,384

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • History The Benedictine Sisters of Covington, Kentucky, founded Villa Madonna College in 1921 to train Catholic school teachers and to provide college education for young women.
  • The college was chartered by the Commonwealth of Kentucky in 1923.
  • Villa Madonna graduated its first students in 1929 and became the official college of the Diocese of Covington that same year.
  • The school year 1942–1943 closed with commencement exercises on June 4 with ten graduates.
  • The number of graduates of the college including the 1943 class was 152.

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

CVG Cincinnati6 mi
IND Indianapolis104 mi
CMH Columbus112 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA743 mi · ~21h 28m drive
New York, NY572 mi · ~16h 31m drive
Hartford, CT653 mi · ~18h 52m drive
Providence, RI718 mi · ~20h 45m drive
Albany, NY618 mi · ~17h 51m drive
Syracuse, NY519 mi · ~15h drive
Rochester, NY461 mi · ~13h 19m drive
Buffalo, NY399 mi · ~11h 32m drive
Philadelphia, PA505 mi · ~14h 35m drive
Pittsburgh, PA262 mi · ~7h 34m drive
Harrisburg, PA418 mi · ~12h 5m drive
Newark, NJ563 mi · ~16h 16m drive
Washington, DC405 mi · ~11h 42m drive
Baltimore, MD427 mi · ~12h 20m drive
Atlanta, GA365 mi · ~10h 33m drive
Charlotte, NC333 mi · ~9h 37m drive
Raleigh, NC395 mi · ~11h 25m drive
Miami, FL951 mi · ~27h 28m drive
Orlando, FL747 mi · ~21h 35m drive
Tampa, FL775 mi · ~22h 23m drive
Nashville, TN232 mi · ~6h 42m drive
New Orleans, LA700 mi · ~20h 13m drive
Richmond, VA400 mi · ~11h 33m drive
Chicago, IL255 mi · ~7h 22m drive
Detroit, MI242 mi · ~6h 59m drive
Minneapolis, MN607 mi · ~17h 32m drive
St. Louis, MO304 mi · ~8h 47m drive
Kansas City, MO537 mi · ~15h 31m drive
Indianapolis, IN99 mi · ~2h 52m drive
Columbus, OH106 mi · ~3h 4m drive
Cleveland, OH229 mi · ~6h 37m drive
Milwaukee, WI327 mi · ~9h 27m drive
Dallas, TX808 mi · ~23h 21m drive
Houston, TX887 mi · ~25h 37m drive
Austin, TX961 mi · ~27h 46m drive
San Antonio, TX1034 mi · ~29h 52m drive
Los Angeles, CA1890 mi · ~54h 36m drive
San Francisco, CA2037 mi · ~58h 51m drive
San Diego, CA1865 mi · ~53h 53m drive
Seattle, WA1967 mi · ~56h 49m drive
Portland, OR1980 mi · ~57h 12m drive
Denver, CO1089 mi · ~31h 28m drive
Phoenix, AZ1574 mi · ~45h 28m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1448 mi · ~41h 50m drive
Honolulu, HI4428 mi · ~127h 55m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm 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

Cincinnati (CVG)6 miles
Rental car
9 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
12 min$7-12
Indianapolis (IND)104 miles
Rental car
156 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
208 min$125-208

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