St. Thomas University
St Thomas University Saint Thomas University Miami Catholic University
Miami Gardens, Florida 33054-6459
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
St. Thomas University is a private institution in Miami Gardens with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 2K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,272 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,275.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Tommies
History & Fun Facts
- •History Founded in 1885 by John Ireland, archbishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, St.
- •In 1894, the liberal arts program became an independent college through a gift from local railroad tycoon James J.
- •Thomas established a military program on campus, and it was officially termed a military school by the U.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
72.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$9,500
Programs (90)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
55%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
14
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from FL state average + suburban adjustment