Description

Elms College is a Catholic college offering a unique exploratory academic program that is also rooted in the Catholic ideals of social justice and compassionate service.

Located in the Western Massachusetts town of Chicopee, Elms College offers undergraduate programs in a range of subject areas including Business Management, Coaching, Criminal Justice, English, Irish Studies, Nursing, Religion and Social Work.

Graduate studies include such fields as Education and Communication Sciences and Disorders.

One helpful feature of Elms academics is the exploratory aspect, which allows students to take a variety of courses before choosing a major.

Another unique quality of an Elms education is the spiritual and religious model on which both academics and student life is based.

In fulfillment of this Catholic commitment to service and social justice, students at Elms College participate in campus ministry, local community service and national and international service-oriented trips.

The Institute for Theology and Pastoral studies also gives students opportunities to explore their faith and how they can use it to serve others.

Admissions requirements differ for first year students and transfers. Admissions officers encourage first year freshman to take and submit AP test exams.

Tuition can be covered in full or part with financial aid, which is available to those who qualify.

Quick Facts

Location

Northeast

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Private

Affiliation

Roman Catholic

Size

Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Blazers

Website

www.elms.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$26,260

Out-of-State Tuition

$26,260

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

1,238

Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
1,004
Freshman Class
151
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
1,238

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
81%
Graduate
19%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Gender of Students

Women
79%
Men
21%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
4%
Asian
1%
Caucasian
54%
Latino
8%
Other
33%

International Students

International
0%
Domestic
100%