St. Thomas University

St. Thomas University

Southeast Region
Suburban Campus Setting
Medium Size
3,967 Undergrad Enrollment
17:1 Student:Faculty
Doctor's degree Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards

From St. Thomas University

St. Thomas University, founded in 1961, is a private, nonprofit, Catholic university that focuses on developing leadership skills in the classroom and beyond. Our 150-acre campus is located in Miami, Florida.

STU is known for its tightly-connected scholar and alumni community that engages the next generation of Leaders. Dedicated on delivering a personalized private education. STU equips graduates with the skills and knowledge that will ultimately position them as leaders within their chosen field. South Florida Business Journal ranks STU among top 3 colleges that produce the highest-earning graduates in South Florida.

A challenging, student-centered school, STU is recognized for providing individual instruction through a 12:1 student faculty ratio. Total enrollment is 4,674. Over 90% of STU students receive institutional grants or scholarships. Students have various on-campus living options.

STU offers 35 Undergraduate Majors, 27 Graduate Majors, 5 Doctoral Programs and 1 Professional Program (Law). STU carries out an impressive program of research over a wide variety of disciplines. STU is renowned as a leader in the fields of Business, Law, Human Rights, Communication Arts, Criminal Justice, Sports Administration/Management, Cyber Security, Education and Nursing.

STU also offers 14 varsity teams: Baseball, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Men’s and Women’s Cross Country, Men’s Golf, Men’s and Women’s Soccer, Men’s and Women’s Tennis, Men’s and Women’s Track and Field, Softball, and Volleyball. STU is recognized as an NAIA Five-Star Champion of Character Institution. Our motto is: “Leaders for Life.”

Neighborhood

St. Thomas University's Miami Gardens campus sits in a residential area of northwest Miami-Dade County with convenient access to major shopping and dining destinations along nearby commercial corridors. The neighborhood offers a quieter, more suburban feel compared to downtown Miami, making it an appealing choice for students seeking a peaceful study environment while still being within reach of the city's entertainment and cultural attractions. With several shopping centers, restaurants, and recreational facilities in the surrounding area, students have ample options for off-campus activities and daily necessities.
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Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Rolling Admission Open Applications are reviewed as they arrive
Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
Personal essay
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 4,798 42 % 54 % -
Number admitted 4,769 42 % 54 % 4 %
Number enrolled 564 60 % 39 % -
Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided

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Majors & Degrees

Degree is in the top 10 based on undergradate enrollment.
Degree is in the top 5 based on enrollment at the postgraduate level.
Area of Study Major Bachelor Master Doctor Cert.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences
Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
Biomechanics
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Accounting
Accounting and Business/Management
Business Administration and Management
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Organizational Leadership
Business/Commerce
Finance
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management
Fashion Merchandising
Taxation
Telecommunications Management
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Communication and Media Studies
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Informatics
Computer Science
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
Culinary, Entertainment, and Personal Services
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts
Education
Educational Leadership and Administration
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Educational/Instructional Technology
Elementary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature
Health Professions and Related Programs
Healthcare Innovation
Bioethics/Medical Ethics
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Pre-Nursing Studies
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Health Services Administration
Nursing Practice
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Legal Professions and Studies
Law
Legal Professions and Studies
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Natural Sciences
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Applied and Professional Ethics
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Psychology
Psychology
Research and Experimental Psychology
Social Sciences
Political Science and Government
Theology and Religious Vocations
Divinity/Ministry
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Theology/Theological Studies

Athletics

NAIA Division I
Sport Men Women
All Track Combined
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Bowling
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Other Sports
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Wrestling

Mission Statement

St. Thomas is a Catholic university with rich cultural and international diversity committed to the academic and professional success of its students who become ethical leaders in our global community.