Thomas Aquinas College

Overview

Thomas Aquinas College, located in Santa Paula, California, is a private liberal arts college founded in 1971. Approximately 65 miles northwest of Los Angeles, the college is situated on a 131-acre campus known for its Spanish Renaissance architecture. Dedicated to a Great Books curriculum, Thomas Aquinas offers a single integrated academic program, leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts. With its distinctive approach emphasizing seminar-style classes, the curriculum encompasses disciplines from theology to mathematics without electives or majors. The college maintains a highly selective admissions process, seeking students with a keen interest in a classical education and Catholic intellectual tradition. All students are required to live on campus, fostering an immersive educational experience. Thomas Aquinas College does not emphasize athletics within its campus culture, instead focusing on its rigorous academic paradigm.

In the most recent statistical year 262 prospective students applied, and 222 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 139 enrolled in the school.  516 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 0 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $27,000 plus fees of $0.