Thomas College's mission is to prepare students for success in their personal and professional lives, and for leadership and service in their communities.

The private, career-oriented College is committed to preparing its undergraduates for careers in business, technology and education. On average, 94 percent of Thomas graduates are hired in their field of study within 90 days of graduation. The College is so confident its undergraduate students will succeed that it guarantees employment in a student's chosen field of study through a Guaranteed Job Placement Program.

In addition to the career-specific and liberal arts undergraduate courses, Thomas offers graduate degrees and continuing education courses. These programs serve a variety of professionals in central Maine who typically attend class while working full time and volunteering in their communities.

In 2006, Thomas' enrollment of 957 included undergraduate, graduate and continuing education students. The College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is authorized by the state to award a Master of Business Administration degree, Master of Science, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Arts.

A Thomas education is a complete experience. Students have access to a thriving academic community, supportive campus life, diverse business internships, an assortment of athletic opportunities and an introduction to community service. With an average class size of 17 and a student to faculty ratio of 15:1, Thomas provides personalized attention, helping students realize their potential and secure well-paying jobs.

Thomas provides a supportive learning environment that values the needs and goals of individual students. At Thomas, students discover and fulfill their unique potential. Each program at the College promotes professional excellence, informed by ethics and integrity.

How To Contact Us

Mailing Address:

180 West River Road, Waterville ME 04901-5097

Telephone:

207-859-1111

Toll Free:

1-800-339-7001

FAX:

207-859-1114

E-mail Address:

postmaster@thomas.edu

World Wide Web Address:

http://www.thomas.edu

Thomas College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Title IX Employer.

The History of the College

Thomas College was founded in 1894 as a nonsectarian, co-educational college dedicated to career training. In the spring of 1956, the College moved from its downtown location to a large, private estate in the city of Waterville. When the College outgrew this campus in 1966, it purchased more than 70 acres of land next to the historic Kennebec River and developed a small-college facility. By 1971, the entire college was relocated to the West River Road campus.

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The Mission and Vision for Thomas College
"Those we serve are the foundation of our future"

Thomas College prepares students for success in their personal and professional lives, and for leadership and service in their communities. Thomas provides a supportive learning environment that values the needs and goals of individual students. At Thomas, students discover and fulfill their unique potential. Each program at the College promotes professional excellence, informed by ethics and integrity.

Thomas aspires to be a regional leader in business and liberal arts education. The College is committed to quality teaching and to the application of technology at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Thomas offers broad opportunities for professional development, and promotes economic prosperity through long-term community partnerships.