St. Thomas University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
St. Thomas University is a private research university in Miami Gardens, Florida, enrolling about 2,214 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 97.91% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $34,770
- 2024 Average Net Price: $26,312 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 97.91% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,214 91.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 48.06%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 41.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average ACT Score: 19
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,289
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,798
- Room & Board: $13,210 annual estimate
St. Thomas University: what the data shows
Common questions about St. Thomas University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is St. Thomas University?
St. Thomas University is located in Miami Gardens, FL (ZIP 33054-6459).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is St. Thomas University public or private?
St. Thomas University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does St. Thomas University cost?
Published tuition: $34,770.
Average net price after aid: $26,312.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $24,657 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $26,101 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $27,122 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $29,081 |
| $110,001+ | $30,098 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $139,080.
How hard is it to get into St. Thomas University?
Admission rate: 97.91%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 19.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is St. Thomas University?
Total enrollment: 2,214 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,289 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,166 students.
About 91% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at St. Thomas University?
150%-time completion rate: 48.06%.
First-year retention: 56.6%.
What do graduates of St. Thomas University earn?
Median earnings: $44,435 six years after entry; $54,272 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $19,125.
26.97% of students receive Pell grants.
What is St. Thomas University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (455 completions)
- Law (243 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (142 completions)
- Legal Professions and Studies, Other (77 completions)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (72 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (70 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (46 completions)
- Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other (32 completions)
- Applied and Professional Ethics (23 completions)
- International Business/Trade/Commerce (19 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is St. Thomas University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 97.91%; completion rate 48.06%; median earnings $54,272 at 10 years; net price $26,312. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$34,770
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at St. Thomas University was $34,770.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$26,312
2024 Value
In 2024 St. Thomas University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $26,312.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$105,248 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$26,312 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$139,080 4-Year Tuition
$13,210 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$360 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$48,340 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$193,360 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for St. Thomas University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
26.97% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
30.85% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at St. Thomas University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for St. Thomas University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $26,370 | $26,370 | $18,466 |
| 2014 | $27,150 | $27,150 | $21,620 |
| 2015 | $27,960 | $27,960 | $25,116 |
| 2016 | $28,800 | $28,800 | $17,019 |
| 2017 | $29,730 | $29,730 | $22,866 |
| 2018 | $31,830 | $31,830 | $16,833 |
| 2019 | $32,000 | $32,000 | $18,374 |
| 2020 | $32,940 | $32,940 | $23,821 |
| 2021 | $32,940 | $32,940 | $27,150 |
| 2022 | $33,760 | $33,760 | $25,275 |
| 2023 | $34,770 | $34,770 | $24,275 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
97.91% Acceptance Rate
4,798 Total Applicants
4,769 Students Admitted
564 First-Time Students Enrolled
11.83% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 19
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
St. Thomas University reported total enrollment of about 2,214 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 55% male and 45% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (34.5%), Hispanic or Latino (34.3%), and Non-Resident Alien (14.5%). About 26.97% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 41.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
91.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at St. Thomas University in 2024 is 2,214 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,289 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,166 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
56.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 34.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
37.38% 100% Completion Time
48.06% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 37.38% of students graduating from St. Thomas University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 16% male / 84% female
- Law: 51% male / 49% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 58% male / 42% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for St. Thomas University.
Return on Investment
$19,125 Median Student Debt
$54,272 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.24% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
415.66% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for St. Thomas University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 39 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 455 completions
2. Law: 243 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 142 completions
4. Legal Professions and Studies, Other: 77 completions
5. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 72 completions
6. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 70 completions
7. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 46 completions
8. Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other: 32 completions
9. Applied and Professional Ethics: 23 completions
Most popular programs at St. Thomas University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for St. Thomas University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for St. Thomas University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,625
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,550
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
St. Thomas University is a private non-profit institution located in Miami Gardens, FL, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Law, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 2,214 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (34.5%), Hispanic or Latino (34.3%), Non-Resident Alien (14.5%). The admission rate is 97.91%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 19. The 150%-time completion rate is 48.06%. Approximately 26.97% of students receive Pell Grants. About 41.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Miami Gardens, FL 33054-6459
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
St. Thomas University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St. Thomas University located?
St. Thomas University is located in Miami Gardens, FL.
What is St. Thomas University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at St. Thomas University is 97.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,798 applicants and 4,769 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does St. Thomas University cost?
Reported tuition is $34,770 and average net price is $26,312 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,210 annually.
What is the student body demographics at St. Thomas University?
St. Thomas University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,289 students, Black or African American (34.5%), Hispanic or Latino (34.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend St. Thomas University?
About 41.3% of students at St. Thomas University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for St. Thomas University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, St. Thomas University reports midpoint ACT about 19.
What do graduates of St. Thomas University earn?
Median earnings are $44,435 six years after entry and $54,272 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at St. Thomas University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 48.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do St. Thomas University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $19,125.
Is St. Thomas University public or private?
St. Thomas University is a private nonprofit institution located in Miami Gardens, FL.
Is St. Thomas University an HBCU?
No. St. Thomas University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is St. Thomas University a tribal college?
No. St. Thomas University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Florida college costs
- Florida colleges by ROI
- Miami Gardens, Florida city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Florida
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.