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About
Fidelity & ExcellenceThomas Aquinas College is unique among American colleges and universities, offering a faithfully Catholic education comprised entirely of the Great Books and classroom discussions.
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A Liberating Education
Truth MattersTruth, and nothing less, sets men free; and because truth is both natural and supernatural, the College’s curriculum aims at both natural and divine wisdom.
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A Catholic Life
Under the Light of FaithThe intellectual tradition and moral teachings of the Catholic Church infuse the whole life of Thomas Aquinas College, illuminating the curriculum and the community alike.
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Admission & Aid
Is TAC Right for You?Do you enjoy grappling with complex questions? Are you willing to engage in discussions about difficult concepts, with the truth as your ultimate goal?
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Students & Parents
Mind, Body & SpiritThere is always something to do at TAC — something worthwhile, something fulfilling, and something geared toward ever-greater spiritual and intellectual growth.
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Alumni & Careers
What Can You Do with a Liberal Education?Nothing speaks more to the versatility of the College’s academic program than the good that our alumni are doing throughout the Church and the world.
Parents
On May 1, 2020 — a day when the Dow dropped 622 points — Thomas Aquinas College parents helped raise $327,686 for student financial aid.
“We began the 2020 Parent Day of Giving doubtful that we would reach our $125,000 matching-gift challenge, given the financial hardships so many are experiencing,” says Robert Bagdazian, coordinator of the Thomas Aquinas College Parents' Association. “In the end, we far exceeded that goal.”
Even though COVID-19 restrictions preclude Thomas Aquinas College from welcoming visitors to its California and New England campuses, the Admissions Office is still offering live, guided tours to prospective students and their families — albeit virtually.
Every year on May 1 — the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker — the parents and grandparents of Thomas Aquinas College students past and present hold the Parent Day of Giving in support of the College’s financial-aid needs. This year, to inspire yet more generosity, two anonymous benefactors have promised to match all gifts up to $125,000 total.
“With so many families experiencing unemployment, loss of income, and financial hardship as a result of the coronavirus, many are understandably anxious that they won’t be able to afford the cost of tuition next year,” says Thomas Aquinas College President Michael F. McLean. “We want to relieve our families of this concern. The College’s Financial Aid office is fully prepared to make our program of Catholic liberal education affordable for all of our students and their families in 2020-21, regardless of their circumstances.”
“A very happy Easter to everyone as we overcome our separation, not only through the help of technology, but especially through the bond of Christ uniting us in His mystical body,” began Head Chaplain Rev. Paul Raftery, O.P., in his Easter Vigil homily on Saturday night. “We are at this time witnessing in a special way to the spiritual union we have in Christ, united but apart in our various homes.”
Although the faithful may not be able to gather in person during this year’s Paschal Triduum and Easter Octave, all are invited to participate in the traditional rites and liturgies with Thomas Aquinas College.
By Rev. Paul Raftery, O.P.
Head Chaplain, Thomas Aquinas College
Homily, Palm Sunday Mass
April 5, 2020
All of us chaplains here, Fr. Buckley, Fr. Marczewski, Fr. David, and myself wish Our Lord’s peace to everyone.
Fortunately we can be united in spirit for this Holy Sacrifice through the help of the Internet, as we have this very strange beginning to Holy Week. Not having access to our churches, nor to the sacraments.
In this unusual time of isolation, members of the Thomas Aquinas community have had to find creative ways to participate in the spiritual life of the College. This past weekend, they did just that, praying and worshiping together — even if not in the same space.