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St Thomas Aquinas College

EIN 13-2513162 · Sparkill, NY

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair60 out of 100GovernanceStrong90 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

St. Thomas Aquinas College seeks to challenge, guide, and energize each student to realize and create their own path to success and commit themselves to making a profound difference in the world. STAC endeavors to be a vibrant, inclusive learning community that is the top choice for students who seek a leading-edge, transformative education rooted in the liberal arts and designed to prepare them for career success in a changing world. Rooted in a tradition of study, reflection, and service, and faithful to our founders, the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill, St. Thomas Aquinas College believes that education has the power to liberate and transform.

Income
$60.5 million
Spending
$65.7 million
Spent on programs
90%
Reserves
1.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 87%
Employees
619
Highest pay
$594,899, president

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 60 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (education, $10m to $100m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 1.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 15% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 9% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 8% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    90% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 27 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 90 out of 100. Higher than 25% of charities in its peer group (education, $10m to $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    27 of 27 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    0 of 10

    Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (5)
  1. $37.7 million spent. INSTRUCTION-St. Thomas Aquinas College provides undergraduate and graduate education rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition and committed to academic excellence and ethical leadership. The College offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate, and advanced certificate programs across four Schools: Arts & Social Sciences, Business, Education, and STEM.Academic programs emphasize small class sizes, individualized faculty mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities including internships, clinical and field placements, and applied research. Through continued investment in academic programs and campus facilities, the College supports an enriched and forward-looking learning environment that promotes student success and degree completion.
  2. $12.2 million spent. STUDENT SERVICES-As a student-centered institution, St. Thomas Aquinas College is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive campus environment that promotes academic, personal, and professional development. Student Services include residential life programming, student engagement and leadership development opportunities, athletics and recreation, campus ministry, and co-curricular activities that enhance the student experience.The College provides health and wellness resources, counseling services, and student support programs that promote holistic well-being. Career services assist students with career exploration, internship placement, graduate school preparation, and employment readiness. These coordinated services support successful in-school experiences and post-graduate outcomes.
  3. $4.2 million spent. ACADEMIC SUPPORT-THE COLLEGE PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES DESIGNED TO ENHANCE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AND PROMOTE PERSISTENCE TO GRADUATION. ACADEMIC SERVICES INCLUDE PROFESSIONAL ACADEMIC ADVISING FROM ORIENTATION THROUGHDEGREE COMPLETION, TUTORING AND LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES, DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES, AND ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMING.THE COLLEGE'S LIBRARY PROVIDES ACCESS TO EXTENSIVE PRINT AND DIGITAL COLLECTIONS. RESEARCH DATABASES, AND INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TO STRENGTHEN INFORMATION LITERACY AND RESEARCH COMPETENCIES. aDDITIONAL ACADEMIC RESOURCES INCLUDE CAREER-INTEGRATEDACADEMIC ADVISING, INTERNSHIP COORDINATION, AND SUPPORT FOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES. THESE SERVICES CONTRIBUTE TO STRONG OUTCOMES AND SUPPORT STUDENTS FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS.
  4. $2.6 million spent. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES INCLUDE RESEARCH EXPENDITURES, GENERAL PROGRAM SUPPORT AND OVERHEAD COSTS, AND OTHER AUXILIARY ENTERPRISE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES
  5. $2.3 million spent. MEAL PLAN REVENUE AND FOOD SERVICE COSTS

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since January 2009.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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