C
Average
Score: 45/100

Thomas College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Waterville, Maine 04901
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 51%
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
F
33/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Quick Stats

1,669
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
97%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Thomas College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $276,868
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,379/mo — vs ~$811/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 04910 (4.5% cap, Albion)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $29,824 $29,824
Room $7,300
Board $6,378
Total Cost (On-Campus) $48,274 $48,274

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
84%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 57 grads/yr Forensic Psychology 14 grads/yr Accounting 13 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 12 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 12 grads/yr Education, General 10 grads/yr Computer Science 8 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 7 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 7 grads/yr Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other 6 grads/yr Forensic Science and Technology 6 grads/yr American Government and Politics (United States) 6 grads/yr Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other 6 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 6 grads/yr Accounting and Business/Management 5 grads/yr Psychology, General 5 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 5 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 5 grads/yr Digital Marketing 5 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Thomas College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,669
Total Students
55%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 2%
Black 4%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 69%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Thomas College?
Thomas College has an acceptance rate of 97%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Thomas College?
Tuition at Thomas College is $29,824 for in-state students and $29,824 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Thomas College?
The graduation rate at Thomas College is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Thomas College a good school?
Thomas College has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Thomas College?
Thomas College has a total enrollment of 1,669 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology