Thomas Aquinas College
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. strong 84% graduation rate.
About This School
Thomas Aquinas College is a private nonprofit institution located in Santa Paula, California with approximately 566 undergraduate students enrolled. Thomas Aquinas College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 83%. The average net price after financial aid is $26,196 per year. The graduation rate is 84%, and the typical graduate earns $45,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Thomas Aquinas College is a private Catholic liberal arts college in Santa Paula, California, United States. A conservative college, it was established in 1971.
Worth considering if you're a committed Catholic seeking an immersive, Great Books education in a tight-knit community — the 92% freshman retention rate signals that students who enroll tend to genuinely love it here. That said, the median earnings of $45,900 a decade out are modest, so if career earnings are a priority, this highly specialized program may not be the best fit. The low debt ($18,000 median) and strong graduation rate (82%) are real positives, but go in clear-eyed that this college's value is deeply tied to its specific mission, not broad professional preparation.
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Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (566 undergraduates).
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