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St. Thomas University

Miami Gardens, FL·Private nonprofit·1,963 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. solid earnings of $60,500 within 10 years; financial aid brings net price below sticker.

99%
Accept
1,963
Students
$24,275
Net Price
43%
Grad Rate
$60,500
Earnings
10 yr
$9,500
Debt

About This School

St. Thomas University is a private nonprofit institution located in Miami Gardens, Florida with approximately 1,963 undergraduate students enrolled. St. Thomas University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The average net price after financial aid is $24,275 per year. The graduation rate is 43%, and the typical graduate earns $60,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

St. Thomas University or University of St. Thomas may refer to:Saint Thomas Aquinas University, Colombia Saint Thomas Aquinas University of the North, Tucumán province, Argentina St. Thomas University (Canada), Fredericton, New Brunswick St. Thomas University, Japan St. Thomas University (Florida), United States St. Thomas University College of Law Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas, Rome, Italy Universidad Santo Tomás de Aquino, Dominican Republic University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines University of St. Thomas (Minnesota), United States University of St. Thomas (Texas), United States

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 99% acceptance rate and relatively low median debt at graduation ($9,500) make it accessible, but a 43% graduation rate and 55% freshman retention rate suggest many students don't finish — a real concern worth taking seriously. Worth considering if you're drawn to the Miami area, want a small Catholic university environment with under 2,000 undergrads, and have a clear plan to stay enrolled and finish; the $60,500 median earnings at 10 years are decent, but only if you actually get the degree.

Founded
1910
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions45%
Business & Marketing27%
Psychology5%
Biological Sciences3%
Communications2%
Social Sciences2%
Computer Science2%
Education1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Brian MulroneyAnna SilkLyman Ward

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite19

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$34,770
Out-of-State Tuition
$34,770
Avg Net Price
$24,275
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants25%
Median debt at graduation$9,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
43%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
55%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$60,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$60,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 6.4x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White11%
Black36%
Hispanic/Latino31%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,963 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

St. Thomas University

16401 NW 37th Ave

Miami Gardens, FL 33054-6459

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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