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About Nichols College

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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.

Admissions

Nichols College acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

85%
Overall Accept Rate
1063
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 945 – 1180 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Nichols College

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Essay Strategy
Nichols College is laser focused on business and professional education, so tie your essays and activities directly to your interest in business, entrepreneurship, or a specific career path. Admissions will want to see that you understand what Nichols is built for and that it aligns with your goals.
Demonstrated Interest
Nichols is a small, tight knit campus in Dudley, MA, and the admissions team notices when students make the effort to visit or attend an information session. Schedule a campus tour or virtual event and follow up with your admissions counselor by name after attending.

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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 IncomeSticker PriceEst. 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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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

64%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$48k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,139
Undergrad Enrollment
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