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Thomas College is in Waterville, Maine. Waterville is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Thomas College issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include business and management, computer science and engineering, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Not all applicants to Thomas College are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 520 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 410 to 520 in 2005.
Approximately 875 students study at Thomas College (in 2005).
The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at Thomas College can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in North Atlantic Conference athletics.
More complete details are provided below.
Thomas College
180 W River Rd
Waterville, ME 04901-5097
General Phone: (207) 859-1111
Admissions Phone: (207) 859-1101
Financial Aid Phone: (207) 859-1105
http://www.thomas.edu
Thomas College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 104 | business management, accounting, marketing, business, taxation, human resources, finance, international business |
| Education And Teaching | 20 | computer teaching, elementary school teaching, business teaching |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 15 | computer and info science, computer support |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 10 | sports and fitness management |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 9 | criminal justice and safety |
| Therapy And Counseling | 5 | psychology |
| Media | 2 | communication and journalism, public relations and advertising |
| Liberal Arts | 1 | liberal arts and sciences, American government and politics, political science and government |
Number of programs and degrees for Thomas College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 131 | 17 |
| Master's degree | 29 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 6 | 4 |
In 2005, Thomas College had a total enrollment of 875 students (708 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 87% |
| Graduate | 13% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Maine | 78% |
| Massachusetts | 8% |
| New Hampshire | 6% |
| Vermont | 3% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 65 % |
| Part-Time | 72 % |
Thomas College offers campus housing for 375 of its 708 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Waterville, Maine for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Maine Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 478 | 392 | 82% | 186 | 47% |
| Men | 243 | 191 | 79% | 95 | 50% |
| Women | 235 | 201 | 86% | 91 | 45% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 520 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 96% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 4% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (207) 859-1101
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,690 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,690 |
| Room and board | $ 7,080 |
| Room charge | $ 3,550 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,530 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Thomas College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 205200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (207) 859-1105
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 14 | 10 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 4 | $48,695 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 3 | $42,999 | 4 | $40,457 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $37,013 | 5 | $38,755 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $41,988 | 11 | $41,462 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | North Atlantic Conference |
| Baseball | North Atlantic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Business Teacher Education
Computer Teacher Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
American Government and Politics (United States)
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, Other
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Thomas College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan NCAA athletic conference member
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