Parents’ Corner

• Textbooks
• Security
• Activities
• Student Assistance

Yes, they will need them! The list of textbooks and any online software required for each class are posted on the TU website before each semester on the Bookstore page.

Students may purchase their books through our online bookstore. The convenient access and streamlined purchasing allow students to enjoy personalized shopping carts that build automatically as they select their course materials. Students have the ability to choose from digital, new and used print, and rentals all in one place. Flexible delivery and payment options are available so students are able to get what they need with ease.

Students that are registered for courses may charge up to $1,000 in textbooks to their account. Students will be responsible for textbook charges. Charges will decrease the amount of any refunds.

Security

Thomas University takes the safety & security of our campus community seriously and works diligently to provide a safe environment for students, faculty and staff.
The University enjoys a close, collaborative relationship with the Thomas County Sheriff’s Office and the Thomasville Police Department which provides security for the students and employees. The Thomasville Police Department provides daily periodic drive-through patrols of all campuses and collaborates directly with the Office of Student Life on any law enforcement matter involving TU students.

Emergency Notification System

Thomas University has an emergency communications system in place to notify all students, faculty and staff in the event of an emergency situation. It’s important that students verify their contact information in their student portal (Hawklink) to ensure that they receive emergency communications.

• In the event of an emergency, official notifications are distributed in the following ways:
  • Text, voice, and email notifications will be sent to all cell phone numbers, home phone numbers and email addresses on file with the Registrar’s office. (Verified through Hawklink.)
  • Announcements and alerts are posted to students’ dashboards in Canvas, the University’s online classroom platform.
  • Announcements of emergency situations are posted on the TU website and official social media outlets.
• Parents may sign up to be included in TU’s emergency messaging system. To do so, please send the following information to studentlife@thomasu.edu. Please send a separate email for each parent. You will be contact via email to verify that the information is correct.
  • Parent's name
  • Student's name
  • Parent's cell phone number(s)
  • Parent's email address(es)

Student Activities

TU's Student Affairs Office holds events on campus for students to enjoy. We encourage students to participate in multiple activities. This is a great way for students to meet others and connect outside of their regular team or classroom. Be sure to follow TU's Student Activities pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to find out more about what's happening.

TU offers a variety of services to assist students in and out of the classroom. Learn more

Students are assigned a student a Success Advisor based on their major which allows students to benefit from a deep understanding of the course progression and processes unique to that program.  Success Advisors assist in developing a graduation plan, registering in classes and identifying resources to assist in successful progression toward your degree.  They are available to assist students in a variety of ways beyond simply registering for classes. Any questions students have concerning their college experience can be addressed with their Success Advisor.  They will provide information and make referrals to appropriate resources.  Success Advisors will also reach out if students appear to be falling behind in their coursework so that students can get back on track quickly.

Every student also has access to faculty advisors who provides information on career pathways specific to each major and can assist in determining appropriate elective credit, internships and other experiences that provide a deeper preparation in your chosen career.

Students have access to free tutoringthrough TU’s Learning Commons.  This is available in-person or virtually for a wide variety of coursework.

TU’s Career Center is also available free of charge to assist students in determining career pathways based on interests and skills, preparing students for interviews, developing resumes and job searches.

The FAFSA application is available NOW.  If your student plans to attend college next academic year, please complete this form.  Some aid programs are first come, first serve!  Our school code is 001555.

Parents trying to plan for when their students will be home for the holidays or over the summer can view the Academic Calendar.

Housing. Student housing is assigned on a first-come first-served basis for students who have a completed housing application and have paid the housing deposit. The housing application and deposit can be completed in the student portal, HawkLink.

Here in the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, we are here to help evaluate college cost and apply for financial aid programs. Our mission at Thomas University is to make an exceptional TU education affordable with as simple and straightforward as possible process. Over 90% of students receive financial aid at Thomas University. Our staff is devoted to your success and anticipate supporting you with your financial aid application.

Additionally, the student’s financial aid information is available 24/7 through HawkLink (our student portal).  Your child has been sent information on setting up their TU account for email and access to HawkLink.

For more information on applying for financial aid, completing your financial aid file, accepting aid, types of aid and more, please visit the Financial Aid page.

A variety of scholarships are available to new and returning students. These can be viewed here. Students must be accepted to be eligible to apply for these scholarships. The applications are available in HawkLink. Please note the deadline for applying for these is 3/1.

Contact Us

Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Admissions Building
1501 Millpond Rd.
Thomasville, GA 31792

FAFSA School Code: 001555

Office Hours

Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Email: finaid@thomasu.edu
Phone: (229) 226-1652
Fax: (229) 584-2400

Schedule a phone or video appointment

Thomas University’s Student Accounts Office is dedicated to helping students and parents understand their student account.  We can assist with questions about tuition, fees and refunds as well as determining whom to contact to correct errors on your account.  We are here to help!  Additionally, the student’s account information is available 24/7 through HawkLink (our student portal). 

For information on when tuition is due, how to make a payment, payment plans and more, please visit the Student Accounts page. 

Contact Us

Student Accounts
Smith Bonvillian Annex First Floor
1501 Millpond Rd.
Thomasville, GA 31792

Office Hours

Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Email: student.account@thomasu.edu
Phone: (229) 226-2705
Fax: (229) 584-5398

Schedule a phone or video appointment

Thomas University offers on-campus housing for full-time students.  There are three dormitories at two locations.

Visit our Housing page for more information concerning housing, room layouts, ‘what to pack’ lists.  We encourage parents to bring their student to campus at move-in if possible and our orientation has a special track just for parents.

PLEASE NOTE: On-campus housing is assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. Students interested in housing should complete the Housing Application, including the $300 room reservation fee, as soon as possible.

Dining and Meal Plans

Students residing in the Pinetree Dormitory and all overflow housing must purchase a 21-meal plan. This includes breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday and brunch and dinner on Sunday. Students may use their meal plan at either the Pinetree Dining Hall or at the Hawk’s Nest on the Forbes campus.

Magnolia dormitory residents have a full kitchen in each apartment unit.  However, they too can purchase a meal plan.  A variety of meal plans are available.

All new students are required to participate in the Thomas University New Student Orientation (NSO) program. 

NSO provides vital information regarding the many important student features one gains as they become a Night Hawk. Some highlighted features are:

• using the Student Portal (Hawklink) including student account and financial aid information,
• understanding Canvas, the online learning site that accompany all courses at TU,
• review of the numerous Library resources available to Night Hawks on campus or as a distance student.
• orientation to the TU Honor Code and our expectations for academic integrity,
• academic support services
• opportunities for student involvement here at TU.

The Campus-based NSO is required for all undergraduate students, new to TU, taking one or more classes on TU’s Thomasville, Georgia, campus and beginning classes in the Fall semester. This includes transfer students.