C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
54/100 · earnings-weighted

St. Thomas University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Miami Gardens, Florida 33054
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 43%
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

6,455
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
55%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
99%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at St. Thomas University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$54,272
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$44,435
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,125
Median debt at graduation
48.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
19
Median ACT
27%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 35% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 59th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (FL wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at St. Thomas University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$70,805————$29,264
Accounting and Related Services—$69,432-9%#499 of 796#420—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$33,839$63,852-6%#635 of 1176#490$17,234
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$54,337-2%#338 of 660#245$25,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The St. Thomas University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $429,838
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,279/mo — vs ~$870/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 33016 (6.2% cap, Hialeah)

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🏆 Where St. Thomas University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#19
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
of 19 schools
#22
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
of 24 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $33,580 $33,580
Room $7,830
Board $5,320
Total Cost (On-Campus) $52,727 $52,727

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
58%
Receive Pell Grants
66%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 455 grads/yr Law 243 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 142 grads/yr Legal Professions and Studies, Other 77 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 72 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 70 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 46 grads/yr Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other 32 grads/yr Applied and Professional Ethics 23 grads/yr International Business/Trade/Commerce 19 grads/yr Educational/Instructional Technology 16 grads/yr Accounting 16 grads/yr Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 15 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 15 grads/yr Healthcare Innovation 15 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 14 grads/yr Psychology, General 14 grads/yr Informatics 14 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 13 grads/yr Finance, General 12 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from St. Thomas University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Judges, magistrate judges, and magistrates
$156k/yr 27,300 jobs
Lawyers
$151k/yr 864,800 jobs
Law teachers, postsecondary
$127k/yr 29,500 jobs
Administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers
$115k/yr 17,500 jobs
Arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators
$68k/yr 9,100 jobs
Judicial law clerks
$60k/yr 14,500 jobs

Student Demographics

6,455
Total Students
58%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 13%
Hispanic 43%
Black 23%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 54%
Hybrid (Some Online) 17%
Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at St. Thomas University?
St. Thomas University has an acceptance rate of 99%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend St. Thomas University?
Tuition at St. Thomas University is $33,580 for in-state students and $33,580 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at St. Thomas University?
The graduation rate at St. Thomas University is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is St. Thomas University a good school?
St. Thomas University has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend St. Thomas University?
St. Thomas University has a total enrollment of 6,455 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology