Overview
St. Thomas Aquinas College is a accessible private four-year institution in Sparkill, New York. The school accepts 88.6% of applicants and enrolls 1,009 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 88.6%
- Average SAT
- 1,095
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 920–1,270
- Total Enrollment
- 1,009
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
Submit your application through the Common Application or directly to St. Thomas Aquinas College by March 1 for fall admission, though the college accepts applications on a rolling basis through the summer. You need your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and either SAT or ACT scores, though test scores are optional for most programs.
The Occupational Therapy program requires separate application materials and maintains more competitive admission standards than the college overall. Teacher education programs also have additional requirements including background checks and specific coursework prerequisites that you must complete before student teaching.
Housing fills quickly despite the small campus size, so submit your housing deposit immediately after acceptance if you want to live on campus. The college guarantees housing for freshmen but not upperclassmen. Most students live in traditional residence halls or the newer apartment-style units on the hill.
New student orientation happens during the summer before your first semester, not just the week before classes start. You register for courses during this session, so attend the earliest date possible to get better class selections. Academic advisors assign you to courses based on your intended major and placement test results.
The campus sits on a bluff overlooking the Hudson River, about 30 minutes north of New York City by car. Most students need cars since public transportation options are limited. Parking is free but spaces near academic buildings fill up quickly between classes. The college runs a shuttle to nearby shopping areas and the train station on weekends.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $21,344/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $37,720
- Students Receiving Aid
- 18%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 62.6%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $62,909/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 74.9%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does St. Thomas Aquinas College require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
St. Thomas Aquinas College has a test-optional admissions policy. Students can choose whether to submit standardized test scores as part of their application.
What is the application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas College?
St. Thomas Aquinas College has rolling admissions with no specific deadline. Applications are reviewed as they are received throughout the admissions cycle.
How many transfer credits does St. Thomas Aquinas College accept?
St. Thomas Aquinas College typically accepts up to 90 transfer credits from accredited institutions. Students must complete at least 30 credits at STAC to earn their degree.
Does St. Thomas Aquinas College offer early decision or early action programs?
St. Thomas Aquinas College does not offer early decision or early action programs. The school operates on a rolling admissions basis throughout the application cycle.