Thomas More University

What is the accreditation of Thomas More University?

Thomas More University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, commonly called SACSCOC. Institutional accreditation evaluates the university as a whole rather than certifying every individual major.

Accreditation is important for matters including eligibility to participate in federal student-aid programs. It can also matter when applying to graduate school or seeking to transfer credits, although another institution decides which credits it will accept. Students entering a profession such as nursing or teaching should separately verify the current approval or specialized accreditation of their specific program and the licensing rules in the state where they intend to practice.

What are the admission requirements at Thomas More University?

First-year applicants generally need to submit an application and a secondary-school academic record. Thomas More University's admissions reporting identifies the high school record and GPA as required considerations; class rank, recommendations and completion of a college-preparatory program are considered when available but are not required.

SAT and ACT scores are considered but not required under the reported admissions policy. Among enrolled first-time students, 40% submitted ACT scores and 6% submitted SAT scores. Applicants should not read those submission rates as minimum-score requirements. The university is not an open-admission institution: the reported first-year admission rate was about 90%, based on 2,929 admissions from 3,242 applicants.

Applicants using a GED or another high school equivalency credential, international applicants who must demonstrate English proficiency, and candidates for selective programs should check the requirements for their applicant category. The admissions reporting identifies TOEFL as required for applicable applicants. Program-level requirements may differ from general university admission.

What are the application fees and waivers at Thomas More University?

Applicants should check Thomas More University's current application instructions before submitting a form or paying a charge. An application fee cannot be reliably stated here, and an enrollment deposit or orientation charge should not be mistaken for an application fee.

If a fee appears during the application process, applicants who need assistance should ask admissions about eligibility for a waiver before submitting payment. They should also confirm whether the same fee and waiver process applies to first-year, transfer, graduate and program-specific applications.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Thomas More University?

Thomas More students may have access to Army ROTC and Air Force ROTC through cooperating host institutions rather than ROTC units operated on the Crestview Hills campus. Participation would require coordinating Thomas More coursework with the host program's classes, training and travel expectations.

ROTC scholarships and participation are not automatic with university admission. Eligibility, commissioning requirements and any eventual service obligation depend on the branch and the student's agreement. Interested applicants should establish which host program currently accepts Thomas More students and review its course schedule before building an academic plan.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Thomas More University?

Thomas More University generally accepts transfer applications and evaluates coursework from other accredited institutions. Its reported entry options include fall, spring and summer terms, but admission to the university does not mean every previous course will satisfy a particular degree requirement.

Transfer applicants should be prepared to provide official transcripts from each college attended and request an evaluation showing how credits apply to their intended major. The university also reports accepting certain forms of examination or recommended credit, including CLEP subject examinations, DSST/DANTES and American Council on Education recommendations. The amount accepted, course equivalencies and any program-specific restrictions require individual review.

A prospective transfer student should ask for a written degree plan after credit evaluation, particularly when entering a sequenced major. That plan can clarify remaining courses, prerequisites and the number of credits that must be completed at Thomas More.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Thomas More University?

Students interested in study abroad should arrange academic approval before committing to an overseas course or program. The key question is not only whether an international opportunity is available, but whether its credits will count toward the student's Thomas More degree.

Students comparing short-term and longer programs should ask the appropriate academic adviser about approved destinations, course equivalencies, costs, accessibility and application timing. Financial aid may apply differently depending on whether a program is university-sponsored or run by another provider; the financial aid office can assess an individual student's eligibility before a deposit is due.