Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Dudley, Massachusetts |
| Online | nichols.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Nichols College is a private business-focused institution located in Dudley, Massachusetts, approximately 60 miles southwest of Boston in a rural New England setting. The 200-acre campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings centered around a traditional quadrangle, with the original Academy Building dating back to the college's founding in 1815 as a preparatory school. The college maintains a primary focus on business education and professional programs, offering degrees in areas such as accounting, finance, hospitality management, and sport management, while also providing liberal arts programs. Nichols operates as a primarily residential campus with most students living in one of the college's residence halls, and competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Bison, participating in the Commonwealth Coast Conference.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $1,650 |
| Room and Board | $14,110 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,510 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 75% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 12% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 6% |
| Psychology | 3% |
| Education | 2% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=167260 IPEDS survey data for Nichols College.
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Last updated February 24, 2024