Undergraduate Admissions
Whether you’re a soon-to-be-graduating high school student, a college student looking to transfer, or an adult wanting flexible evening options, you’ve come to the right place.
Your academic success will be rewarded with generous merit scholarships.
GPA of 3.70 or above
$17,500
($8,750 per semester)*
GPA of 3.2-3.69
$15,000
($7,500 per semester)*
GPA of 2.8-3.19
$12,500
($6,250 per semester)*
GPA of 2.40-2.79
$10,000
($5,000 per semester)*
Learn more about our merit based scholarships
Here’s where your hard work starts to pay off—literally. We know that you’re invested in your education, and merit-based scholarships are one way of recognizing your continuing success.
To qualify for a merit-based scholarship, apply to Thomas and be accepted. There’s no additional application, and all of these awards are renewable every year you study at Thomas as long as you meet basic criteria. In addition to assistance granted with your acceptance to Thomas, we offer scholarships for new students based on select criteria—and many scholarships for students after their first years at Thomas.
You may qualify for merit-based financial aid without filing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), but we strongly encourage all families to file this application for need-based aid to ensure that you are eligible for all the assistance available to you. Thomas College is an NCAA Division III institution and therefore does not offer athletic scholarships of any kind.
Summa Cum Laude Scholarship
Renewable scholarships of $17,500 ($8,750 per semester) are awarded to first-time, resident college students who meet the required GPA of 3.70 or above. Commuters who meet these requirements receive $12,000 ($6,000 per semester).
Magna Cum Laude Scholarship
Renewable scholarships of $15,000 ($7,500 per semester) are awarded to first-time, resident college students who meet the required GPA of 3.20-3.69. Commuters who meet these requirements receive $9,500 ($4,750 per semester).
Cum Laude Scholarship
Renewable scholarships of $12,500 ($6,250 per semester) are awarded to first-time, resident college students who meet the required GPA of 2.8-3.19. Commuters who meet these requirements receive $7,000 ($3,500 per semester)
Honoris Scholarship
Renewable scholarships of $10,000 ($5,000 per semester) are awarded to first-time, resident college students who meet the required GPA of 2.40-2.79. Commuters who meet these requirements receive $5,000 ($2,500 per semester).
The merit scholarships listed above are renewable for up to a maximum of 4 years of continuous undergraduate study.
* Eligible undergraduate domestic students. Based on a 4.0 GPA Scale. Prices based on resident student cost.
Thomas College was recently recognized for having the 15th highest decrease in student loan debt in the nation — and #1 in Maine!
The Application Process
- Gather your materials. In addition to your application form, we’ll need to receive an official transcript and your letter of recommendation.
- Submit your application. You can apply through the Common Application or through the Thomas application (online or by mail).
- Begin the financial aid process. With your application to Thomas, we’ll automatically consider you for merit-based scholarships. Students seeking financial assistance other than merit-based scholarships should file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
After You Apply
- Check your admission status. We’ll notify you of our decision by Dec. 31 if you apply by Dec. 15, or within about two weeks of receiving your application.
- If you’ve already been accepted to Thomas, pay your admission deposit.
Application Deadlines
Early Action: December 15
Priority Decision: March 1
Regular Decision: Rolling
