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Saint Thomas University is located in Miami, Florida (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.
Saint Thomas University is known for its programs in law, business and management, and medical adminstration.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 388 and 490.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Saint Thomas University is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
The school had 2,692 enrolled students in 2005. Saint Thomas University has a large minority student population.
The school offers students meal plans. Saint Thomas University values student athletics, and belongs to the Florida Sun Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Saint Thomas University
16401 NW 37th Ave
Miami Gardens, FL 33054-6459
General Phone: (305) 625-6000
Admissions Phone: (305) 628-6546
Financial Aid Phone: (305) 628-6547
http://www.stu.edu
Saint Thomas University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 316 | business management, organizational behavior, business administration, accounting, business, human resources, international business, finance |
| Law | 216 | law, international trade law, legal research |
| Education And Teaching | 106 | special ed, educational administration, school counseling, elementary school teaching, social studies teaching |
| Medical Adminstration | 40 | health care administration, health and medical administrative |
| Therapy And Counseling | 39 | psychology, marriage and family therapy, counseling psychology |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 32 | criminal justice and safety, security and protective services |
| Media | 26 | media studies |
| Family And Social Work | 22 | human services, social service professions |
| Liberal Arts | 16 | political science, history, English, sociology, liberal arts and sciences |
| Religion And Philosophy | 15 | theology, religion, religious education, pastoral counseling |
| Science | 11 | biology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer and info science, computer science |
| Hospitality | 2 | hospitality management |
Number of programs and degrees for Saint Thomas University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 325 | 24 |
| Master's degree | 293 | 12 |
| First-professional degree | 166 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 52 | 10 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 7 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 5 | 2 |
In 2005, Saint Thomas University had a total enrollment of 2,692 students (2,366 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 36% |
| Women | 64% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 52% |
| Graduate | 28% |
| First Professional | 20% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 23% |
| Black | 22% |
| Hispanic | 42% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 74% |
| Foreign countries | 13% |
| New York | 3% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Saint Thomas University offers campus housing for 227 of its 2,366 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Miami, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 544 | 487 | 90% | 192 | 39% |
| Men | 184 | 157 | 85% | 70 | 45% |
| Women | 360 | 330 | 92% | 122 | 37% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 510 |
| SAT Math | 388 | 490 |
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 57% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 34% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (305) 628-6546
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,860 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,860 |
| Room and board | $ 5,630 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,906 |
Financial Aid:
Saint Thomas University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 146800)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (305) 628-6547
Saint Thomas University has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $64,158 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 24 | $95,865 | 11 | $84,342 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $59,368 | 8 | $62,267 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $53,436 | 14 | $58,560 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $47,268 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 56 | $72,561 | 33 | $68,053 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Baseball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Track | Florida Sun Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 34 | 28 | 62 |
| Baseball | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Track | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| All Other Sports | 17 | 25 | 42 |
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
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
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
Sociology
MEDIA
Communication and Media Studies, Other
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
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
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 medical adminstration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | 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 placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing 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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