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-profitHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Roman CatholicEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 1,103 ; Graduate: 410Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 20% ; Graduate: 35%Graduation Rate:
65%Transfer Rate:
24%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$51,540Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$25,000Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
84%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$25,121Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Elms College is located in Massachusetts
Massachusetts at a Glance:

Top Majors in Massachusetts:
Top Incentives in Massachusetts:
- MASSGrant: Up to $3,100 annually
- John and Abigail Adams Scholarship: Full tuition at state institutions
- Gilbert Matching Student Grant: Up to $2,500 annually
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