St. Thomas University's published cost of attendance is $51,205.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $51,205 |
| Tuition and Fees | $34,770 |
| Room and Board | $13,210 |
| Books and Supplies | $360 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$24,893 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $26,312 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $24,657 |
| $30–48k | $26,101 |
| $48–75k | $27,122 |
| $75–110k | $29,081 |
| $110k+ | $30,098 |
St. Thomas University's published cost of attendance is $51,205. Need-based aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $24,657, low-to-middle-income families pay around $26,101, middle-income families pay about $27,122, middle-to-higher-income families pay approximately $29,081, and higher-income families pay around $30,098. Azimuth ranks St. Thomas University #745 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 47.8 percentile for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. St. Thomas University's aid structure is need-based, with financial aid distributed through federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional programs. The university works with families to bridge the gap between published cost and what individual households pay through a combination of scholarships, grants, and loan options. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $19,125, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $13,272; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's typical four-year earnings of $70,806, median federal debt of $19,125 projects to a monthly payment of about $216 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of St. Thomas University earn median 4-year earnings of $70,806, placing St. Thomas University in the 73.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $22,532 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing St. Thomas University in the 97.1 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks St. Thomas University #263 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 82.3 percentile for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects St. Thomas University's concentration in health-related fields. Nursing is the largest program with 150 graduates, anchoring the institution's degree output in a field with consistent labor-market demand. The Business Administration program graduates 76 students earning median 4-year earnings of $63,852, at 0.9x the national benchmark for the field. The Criminal Justice program graduates 30 students with median 4-year earnings of $54,337, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark. Psychology, General and English Language and Literature, General round out the top five by enrollment, contributing to a program portfolio aligned with stable, in-demand healthcare and related professional careers.
