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Thomas Aquinas College

Santa Paula, CAPrivate NonprofitRural Setting
Open Admission • 83% Acceptance
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83%
Accept Rate
Open Admission
$26,196
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
566
Students
Small campus body
$40,605
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Thomas Aquinas College is a private nonprofit institution located in the rural setting of Santa Paula, CA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 566 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 83%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
566 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
83% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Rural

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading640 - 730
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math580 - 670
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite28 - 33
1typical 50% range36
83%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $49,898
Earnings 5yr: $49,029
Debt: $18,000

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$26,196
In-State Tuition$30,200
Out-of-State Tuition$30,200
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

27%
Pell Grants
67%
Take Loans
92%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$40,605
+37% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$55,619

Completion Signals

84%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
92%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$194/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

49%
Men
51%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 49% men and 51% women.

Student Vitals

Part-Time Share
0%
Avg Family Income
$109,937
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