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About Thomas College

open access admissionsbusiness and education focusedsmall private collegemasters level programsmaine liberal arts

Thomas College is a private university in Waterville, ME, known for its open access admissions, business and education focused, and small private college. With an acceptance rate of 97%, Thomas is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 234 students each year. Thomas is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Thomas offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $21,525 per year; the sticker price of $43,888 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Thomas College acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

97%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Thomas College

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Application Strategy
Thomas College offers a Guaranteed Job Placement program, so when you write about your career goals, be as specific as possible about the profession you are pursuing. Admissions wants to see that you have a clear direction they can actually support with this program.
Essay Strategy
Thomas has a strong emphasis on business and professional programs, so use your application materials to connect your extracurriculars, work experience, or internships directly to a business or career outcome, even if your intended major is not business.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Thomas College actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$44k/yr$12.7k
30k-48k~$44k/yr$11.9k
48k-75k~$44k/yr$16.2k
75k-110k~$44k/yr$18.1k
110k+~$44k/yr$26.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

51%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$40k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
26:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
720
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

68%White
14%Unknown / Unreported
7%International
4%Black / African American
3%Two or More Races
2%Hispanic
1%Asian
1%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender54% Men · 46% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status93% Citizens and Immigrants · 7% International
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