Overview
St. Thomas University College of Law was founded in 1984 as part of St. Thomas University, a Catholic institution in the Archdiocese of Miami. In 2021, the law school was renamed the Benjamin L. Crump College of Law in honor of the prominent civil rights attorney, reflecting the school's emphasis on social justice, civil rights advocacy, and access to legal education for underrepresented communities. The college has built a reputation for producing bar-passing graduates from diverse backgrounds and for its strong focus on practical skills training and public interest law.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Miami Gardens, Florida |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Total students | 600 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 55% |
| Graduation rate | 70% |
| Average starting salary | $60,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $47,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $47,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $30,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 90% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.10 |
| Regular deadline | May 1 |
Top Programs
- Intercultural Human Rights Law
- Immigration Law
- Trial Advocacy
- Elder Law
- Health Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.