Thomas University

Thomasville, Georgia, United States · Est. 1950 · Private University

Private non-profit university in historic Thomasville, Georgia offering personalized education through associate, bachelor, and graduate degrees.

  • Founded 1950 as Birdwood Junior College; became Thomas University in 2000
  • Private non-profit, regionally accredited by SACSCOC
  • Located in Thomasville, Georgia; 1,012 students (fall 2017 enrollment)
  • 54 programs of study across associate, bachelor, and graduate levels
  • 16 varsity and 4 junior varsity athletic teams competing in NAIA/SSAC
  • Awarded $2 million in scholarships in 2024-25; ranked top 10 by Niche.com

Academics

Thomas University offers 54 programs of study at the associate, bachelor, and graduate levels, both on-campus and online. Bachelor degrees span business (accounting, management, marketing, human resources), education (elementary, middle grades, secondary, special education, computer science), health sciences (nursing, medical laboratory science, biomedical laboratory science, exercise & sport science), technology (computer systems management, creative technologies), and social sciences (criminal justice, psychology, social work). Graduate programs include MBA, Master of Nursing, Master of Education, and Counseling degrees with specializations in addictions, school counseling, mental health, and rehabilitation.

Campus & Student Life

The university operates two main campuses: the 29-acre Forbes Campus and the 45-acre Magnolia Campus (opened 2012), which includes a gymnasium, athletic training facilities, and residence halls. Students benefit from the Thomas University Library with Learning Commons, dining services, housing, shuttle service, and a Student Life Center. Over 30% of the student body are athletes. The university serves traditional students, non-traditional learners, military personnel, and international students through its Center for Military Life and dual enrollment programs.

Admissions

Thomas University welcomes first-time, transfer, online, graduate, military, and international students. The university participates in Georgia's Move On When Ready (MOWR) program for high school students. Admission pathways include on-campus, online, military/veterans, graduate, international, and dual enrollment options. The university emphasizes personalized interaction and academic support through Success Advisors and faculty mentorship.

Athletics & Outcomes

The Night Hawks compete in 16 varsity and 4 junior varsity sports through the NAIA and Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC, joined 2023-24). The softball team won the NAIA national championship in 2004. Men's basketball returned in 2013-14 after a 13-year hiatus. The university provides career services, internship opportunities, and professional development through its Career Center and partnerships with employers.

Founded
1950
Type
Private University
Courses
15
Total intake
Not yet verified
Websitehttps://www.thomasu.edu/
HousingAvailable
Some details are still being verified.

Quick stats

Courses offered
15
Avg career outcomes
$49.7K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
Yes
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources