Nichols College

Dudley, MA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb

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About Nichols College

Nichols College is a private business college in Dudley, Massachusetts. Founded in 1931 as Nichols Junior College, Nichols College offers both bachelor's and master's degrees, as well as certificate programs.

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81%

Acceptance

$33,036

Net price

1,163

Enrollment

63%

Grad rate

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Academics

Graduation & retention rates

C+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C-

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

81%

Acceptance rate

1,140

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading528–623

SAT Math500–613

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$33,036

Average net price

$42,705

In-state tuition

$42,705

Out-of-state tuition

$15,800

Room & board

$1,400

Books & supplies

$58,310

Total cost of attendance

26%

Students receiving Pell grants

69%

Students with federal loans

$27,000

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K

$22,054

$30–48K

$24,749

$48–75K

$31,978

$75–110K

$33,851

$110K+

$35,731

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

Business61.1%

Parks & Recreation16.9%

Criminal Justice9.4%

Psychology7.5%

Communications2.6%

Multidisciplinary2.6%

After Graduation

$58,063

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$47,830

Median earnings (6 yrs)

63%

Graduation rate

72%

Retention rate

78%

Earn more than a HS grad

$6,461

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,163

Total enrollment

Part-time

Avg. age at entry

32%

First-generation

Gender balance

34% women

66% men

Race & ethnicity

White

73%

Hispanic

10%

Black

Two or more races

Asian

American Indian / Alaska Native

Nichols College FAQ

Is Nichols College a public or private school?

Nichols College is a private nonprofit institution located in Dudley, MA.

What is the acceptance rate at Nichols College?

Nichols College has an acceptance rate of 81%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Nichols College cost?

The average annual net price at Nichols College is $33,036 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $42,705.

What is the graduation rate at Nichols College?

About 63% of students at Nichols College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Nichols College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Nichols College students earn a median of $58,063 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Nichols College?

Admitted students at Nichols College have an average SAT score of 1,140 and an ACT midpoint of 23. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Nichols College?

Nichols College enrolls about 1,163 students.

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