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

On-campus students should contact the Housing Manager, Resident Director or their Resident Assistant 24/7 in case of an emergency.

Emergency System

Thomas University has an emergency communications system in place to notify all students, faculty and staff in the event of an emergency situation.

• In the event of an emergency:
  • The emergency system is updated each semester with each student's information from the registrar's office. It's important that a student updates his/her information in Hawklink.
  • An emergency message in the form of a text message, voice message and email will be sent to all cell phone numbers, home phone numbers and email addresses on file with the registrar's office. (Please make sure your student updates this information regularly in Hawklink.)
  • An emergency message will be sent to all computers on the TU network. This message interrupts any work on that computer. The message must be dismissed by the computer user or time out according to its programming.
  • Emergency notifications will be posted on the TU website, Facebook page, Twitter page and Instagram page.
• Parents are welcome to sign up to be included in TU's emergency messaging system. To do so, please send the following information to marketing@vaftizo.com. 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 Activities 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.Some of the other events that Student Activities holds include:

• Welcome Week
• Thanksgiving Dinner
• Food Drive
• Bowling Night
• Spring Week
• Graduate Week

TU also has many clubs and organizations in which students can participate. These include:

• The Art Club is open to any students interested in discussing art, creating art projects and visiting area art museums.
• Campus Activities Board is a group of student volunteers who plan activities for other students.
• ENACTUS encourages students to collaborate with academic and business leaders in developing various community service projects.
• Jazz Ensemble performs at events throughout the area.
• Night Hawk Review is TU's annual creative arts journal, which highlights the creative work of students, staff, faculty and friends of TU.
• Pep Band consists of trumpet, trombone, saxophone, percussion, bass (upright or guitar) and other instruments.
• Psychology Club an organization open to psychology majors and those with a special interest in psychology.
• TU Book Club meets monthly for a discussion on a selected book.
• Thomasville Singers is a community chorus with weekly rehearsals on Monday nights in Smith-Bonvillian Hall.

Be sure to follow TU's Student Activities pages on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to find out more about what's happening.

• Thomas University on Facebook
• Thomas University on Twitter
• Thomas University on Instagram

Disability Services

The Student Disability Support Services Office serves as Thomas University’s entry-point into advocacy for on-campus, online, and distance students with disabilities. We work with faculty and staff to provide academic accommodations for the unique needs of students both in and out of the classroom at Thomas University. By providing support services to students with disabilities, TU offers an opportunity for students to achieve their academic and personal goals.If your student needs to request accommodations, please refer to the process and documents here.

Student Assistance Program

Sometimes students need help dealing with the pressures and problems that come with college life. TU has partnered with Archbold Memorial Hospital to provide the Student Assistance Program (SAP). These services are at no cost, private, and confidential. The SAP provides services such as: Identification, assessment of problems/stressors consultation and problem resolution sessions. Referral to appropriate and accessible services and resources. Students who need assistance may call 877-327-2724 or contact a TU staff member.

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@vaftizo.com
Phone: (229) 584-2460
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.accounts@vaftizo.com
Phone: 229-227-6883
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.

+Orientation

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.