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Saint Thomas Aquinas College Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Saint Thomas Aquinas College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

89.2%
Admission Difficulty for Saint Thomas Aquinas College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Challenging 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Saint Thomas Aquinas College is 89.2%.  Its admission rate is the 132nd lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Saint Thomas Aquinas College and can you get accepted?

Saint Thomas Aquinas College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,264 out of the 1,417 who applied were admitted.

The school has challenging admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 22 percent (SAT 1035/1235 ACT 25/32). Saint Thomas Aquinas College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.0. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Saint Thomas Aquinas College?

89% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Saint Thomas Aquinas College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.0 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1140 on the SAT
  • Score 28 on the ACT
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Saint Thomas Aquinas College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.0

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Saint Thomas Aquinas College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Saint Thomas Aquinas College are to have around a 3.0 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.0 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Saint Thomas Aquinas College accepts 89% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Saint Thomas Aquinas College is 3.0 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #110 in New York for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Saint Thomas Aquinas College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 8.73% Good
3.75 to 3.99 7.76% Good
3.50 to 3.74 18.44% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 13.59% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 12.63% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 22.34% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 16.51% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Saint Thomas Aquinas College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Saint Thomas Aquinas College is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1035-1235

Applicants Submitting SAT 

12%
SAT Scores for Saint Thomas Aquinas College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 520
Math 25th Percentile 515
Composite 25th Percentile 1035
SAT Scores for Saint Thomas Aquinas College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 615
Math 75th Percentile 620
Composite 75th Percentile 1235
Average SAT Score 1140

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Saint Thomas Aquinas College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Saint Thomas Aquinas College is 1140 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1035-1235. Students who get into Saint Thomas Aquinas College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Saint Thomas Aquinas College ranks #65 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1140 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Saint Thomas Aquinas College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1035 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1035, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 930, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 12 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1140 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1135, you have around a 89% chance of being admitted. A 1235 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

Saint Thomas Aquinas College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1235 and Above Good >94%
1135 to 1235 Avg + 89%-94%
1035 to 1135 Avg - 81%-89%
935 to 1035 Reach 69%-81%
Less than 935 Low <69%
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Saint Thomas Aquinas College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

25-32 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

2%
ACT Scores for Saint Thomas Aquinas College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile 25
ACT Scores for Saint Thomas Aquinas College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile 32
Average ACT Score 28

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Saint Thomas Aquinas College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Saint Thomas Aquinas College is 28, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 25 and 32.  The school ranks #33 in New York and #199 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 28. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 25 and score in the score in the top 22 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Saint Thomas Aquinas College.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Saint Thomas Aquinas College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 28 score has around 89% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 32 ACT score.

Saint Thomas Aquinas College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
32 and Above Good >94%
28 to 32 Avg + 89%-94%
25 to 28 Avg - 82%-89%
22 to 25 Reach 73%-82%
Less than 22 Low <73%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Saint Thomas Aquinas College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 658 759 1,417
Accepted 592 672 1,264
Acceptance Rate 90% 89% 89%
Enrolled 91 142 233
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 21% 18%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

154

Applicants have 154 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on May 1, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Saint Thomas Aquinas College is $30.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Saint Thomas Aquinas College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Saint Thomas Aquinas College Application Requirements
Test Scores Required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Saint Thomas Aquinas College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Saint Thomas Aquinas College is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.0 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1140 and ACT of 28 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=195243 IPEDS survey data for Saint Thomas Aquinas College.

FAQs

Does Saint Thomas Aquinas College prefer SAT or ACT?

12% of students submit their SAT scores to Saint Thomas Aquinas College. 2% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Saint Thomas Aquinas College?

89% of those who apply are granted admission to Saint Thomas Aquinas College. Admission competition is and the college has challenging admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Saint Thomas Aquinas College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1035 and 1235. The average SAT score is 1135. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Saint Thomas Aquinas College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 25 and 32. The average ACT score is 28. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.