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#18 Best Private Colleges in Florida

St. Thomas University

Miami Gardens, Florida

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Overview

Enrollment

6,370
St. Thomas University overview
Location Miami Gardens, Florida
Online stu.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
St. Thomas University overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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St. Thomas University, located in Miami Gardens, Florida, sits on a suburban 140-acre campus approximately 16 miles north of downtown Miami. Founded in 1961 by the order of Augustinian priests, the private Catholic institution operates as a comprehensive university offering undergraduate and graduate degrees, with notable programs in law, business, and sports administration. The campus features Mediterranean-style architecture consistent with South Florida's aesthetic, centered around the main Chapel of Saint Anthony and modern academic buildings. St. Thomas University's law school is particularly recognized in the region, while its sports management programs maintain connections with Miami's professional sports organizations. Students reside in several on-campus residence halls, and the university competes in NAIA athletics as the Bobcats, primarily in soccer and basketball.

Ratings

4/10

Overall

3/10

Academics

2/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

1/10

Value

St. Thomas University is rated within the lower 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy
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SAT 860/1060
ACT 16/21
GPA 3.24

Applications Accepted

65.1% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$32,600
Costs for St. Thomas University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$360
Other Fees$1,160
Room and Board $12,460
Budget for Other Expenses$5,086
Total One Year Cost$51,666

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$56,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

39% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by St. Thomas University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 50%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 8%
Psychology 7%
Education 5%
Social Sciences 5%

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Last updated February 24, 2024