St. Thomas University

St. Thomas University is a mid-size private non-profit doctoral university located in Miami Gardens, Florida, with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,214. Classified as a doctoral research university, it supports graduate programs in select disciplines and allocates significant resources to faculty research activity alongside its undergraduate mission. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader Florida postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 98% acceptance rate, admission is open to most applicants. The 98% acceptance rate reflects a broadly open admissions approach serving a wide range of students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $27,122 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 46%, near the national average. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $54,272. The student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.