About
About Nichols College
Nichols College is a private university in Dudley, MA, known for its business focused, small private college, and masters programs. With an acceptance rate of 85%, Nichols College is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 317 students each year. Nichols College is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 945–1180, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Nichols College offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $24,343 per year; the sticker price of $54,850 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
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Financial Aid & Cost
What Nichols College actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$55k/yr | $22.1k |
| 30k-48k | ~$55k/yr | $24.7k |
| 48k-75k | ~$55k/yr | $32.0k |
| 75k-110k | ~$55k/yr | $33.9k |
| 110k+ | ~$55k/yr | $35.7k |
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