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Saint Thomas University, also known as STU, is a Roman Catholic university located in Miami Gardens, Florida, United States. It was established in 1961 as Biscayne College by the order of the Augustinian Friars. The university offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. STU is organized into the following academic divisions:
Saint Thomas University’s athletics department sponsor several men’s and women’s sports teams. The athletes participate in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, and tennis. They are nicknamed the Bobcats.
Saint Thomas University is located in Miami Gardens, FL (a large suburb). The school is a Roman Catholic school. Saint Thomas University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.
The range of program offerings available from Saint Thomas University is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The school is known for its programs in law, business and management, and medical administration.
Saint Thomas University does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 400. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 390 and 490.
Saint Thomas University has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Saint Thomas University had 2,407 enrolled students in 2007-2008. The school has a large minority student population.
Saint Thomas University offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Florida Sun Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"St. Thomas University is an urban, student-centered, Catholic university with rich cultural and international diversity, dedicated to educating leaders who contribute to the economic and cultural vitality of the regions they serve."
More complete details are provided below.
Saint Thomas University
16401 NW 37th Ave
Miami Gardens, FL 33054-6459
General Phone: (305) 625-6000
http://www.stu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 285 | business management, organizational behavior, business administration, accounting, business, international business, human resources, finance, ... |
| Law | 239 | law, legal research, international trade law |
| Education and Teaching | 109 | educational administration, special ed, elementary school teaching, school counseling, teacher ed, secondary teaching, education, social studies teaching |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 36 | criminal justice and safety, security and protective services |
| Therapy and Counseling | 32 | psychology, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, child psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 26 | political science, liberal arts and sciences, English, history |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 18 | registered nursing |
| Media | 15 | media studies |
| Religion and Philosophy | 12 | religion, theology, religious education, pastoral counseling |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 10 | computer and info science, computer science |
| Medical Administration | 9 | health care administration, health and medical administrative |
| Family and Social Work | 9 | human services, social service professions |
| Science | 4 | biology |
| Hospitality | 2 | hospitality management |
Number of programs and degrees for Saint Thomas University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 287 | 25 |
| Master's degree | 249 | 14 |
| First-professional degree | 207 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 35 | 17 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 18 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 8 | 3 |
| Post-master's certificate | 2 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Saint Thomas University had a total enrollment of 2,407 students (1,887 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 57% |
| Graduate | 24% |
| First Professional | 19% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 22% |
| Black | 21% |
| Hispanic | 45% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
Saint Thomas University offers campus housing for 350 of its 1,887 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Miami, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 610 | 399 | 65% | 222 | 56% |
| Men | 236 | 165 | 70% | 98 | 59% |
| Women | 374 | 234 | 63% | 124 | 53% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 400 | 490 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 490 |
| SAT Writing | 400 | 480 |
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 20 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 78% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 36% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,664 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,664 |
| Room and board | $ 6,206 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 5,014 |
Financial Aid:
Saint Thomas University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 146800)
Saint Thomas University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 29 | $103,234 | 12 | $96,585 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 10 | $68,356 | 12 | $81,279 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $68,003 | 17 | $61,834 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $42,000 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 55 | $85,515 | 45 | $76,018 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Baseball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Track | Florida Sun Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 28 | 36 | 64 |
| Baseball | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| Track | 2 | 8 | 10 |
| All Other Sports | 9 | 28 | 37 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Organizational Behavior Studies
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LAW
International Business, Trade, and Tax Law (LLM, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
MEDIA
Communication and Media Studies, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Security and Protective Services, Other
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Developmental and Child Psychology
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Saint Thomas University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in medical administration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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