1928
Chicopee, MA

About Elms College

Elms College is a four-year, private not-for-profit institution with roots in Catholic traditions and values.  Undergraduate through doctorate degrees and certificates are available to a diverse student body in a combination of liberal arts programs and professional studies.  Enrolled students are set on a path of purpose, with strong ties to community service and building while earning a higher education.

Elms College distance learning degrees are available to the nontraditional student.  Earn an online associate’s or bachelor’s degree in healthcare, or an online master’s in business and many other fields.  Explore collaborative learning in a flexible academic format through Elms online.

Qualities of Elms College online:

  • Cohort models/collaborative
  • Synchronous
  • Small class sizes

Accreditation & Licensing

Elms College is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Type:

4-year, Private not-for-profit

Highest Level Offered:

Doctor's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Roman Catholic

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 1,229 ; Graduate: 428

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 19% ; Graduate: 42%

Graduation Rate:

68%

Transfer Rate:

24%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$51,540

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$25,000

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

85%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$25,471

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

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Elms College is located in Massachusetts

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Online Programs offered by Elms College

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Healthcare

Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Management
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