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Thomas University

Thomasville, GA·Private nonprofit·998 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 40%; fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. 55% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

38%
Accept
998
Students
$18,499
Net Price
28%
Grad Rate
$37,400
Earnings
10 yr
$21,198
Debt

About This School

Thomas University is a private nonprofit institution located in Thomasville, Georgia with approximately 998 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 38% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $18,499 per year. The graduation rate is 28%, and the typical graduate earns $37,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Thomas University is a private university in Thomasville, Georgia, United States. It offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: with a 28% graduation rate and a freshman retention rate of just 64%, most students who enroll don't finish, which is a serious red flag worth discussing before committing. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $15,000, and the $19,313 average net price is manageable for a private school. Worth considering only if Thomas specifically serves your program or circumstances, and you have a clear plan to stay enrolled and finish.

Founded
1950
Setting
Distant town
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,844

Popular Programs

Health Professions16%
Business & Marketing13%
Education7%
Psychology5%
Biological Sciences4%
Communications1%
Visual & Performing Arts1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1072
Reading 75th %ile620
Math 75th %ile600

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite20

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$11,640
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,640
Avg Net Price
$18,499
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$15,640
$30–48k$19,546
$48–75k$19,923
$75–110k$19,934
$110k+$20,059

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants55%
Median debt at graduation$21,198

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
28%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
49%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$21,198
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$45,100
Female graduates$35,300

Gap: 22% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$21,198
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$38,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.8x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White34%
Black39%
Hispanic/Latino6%
Asian2%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander2%
International3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (998 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Thomas University

1501 Millpond Rd

Thomasville, GA 31792

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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