PrivateTownThomas College
Waterville, Maine 04901-5097
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
Thomas College is a private institution in Waterville with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 688 undergraduates with a 23:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,991 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,223.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Keist Business College was established in 1894 when it was founded as a nonsectarian, co-educational college dedicated to career training.
- •In 1911, a Peterborough, New Hampshire, railroad administrator, John L.
- •In 1950, the college was renamed Thomas Junior College and in 1956, the college moved from Main Street to the former home of John Ware on Silver Street.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
December 1
Regular Decision
Rolling
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Transfer Admission
International Students
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
66.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$20,000
Academics
Programs (35)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
79%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
4
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from ME state average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Nearby Attractions
Downtown Watervillewalkable
Revitalized downtown with restaurants, shops, and cultural venues
Colby College Museum of Art
Art museum with renowned collection
Kennebec River Rail Trailwalkable
Scenic walking and biking trail along the river
Quarry Road Trails
Extensive network of hiking and mountain biking trails