Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
88.14%
SAT Average
1,110
ACT Range
Not available
Nichols College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 88.14%. This means approximately 881 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,152 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
88.14%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $40,375 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $40,375 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $55,871 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $31,065 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 30.41% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 74.05% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Nichols College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$40,375
Room and board
$14,950
Books and supplies
$1,500
Other expenses
$2,200
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$55,871
Average net price
$31,065
Average aid coverage
44%
$24,806 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Nichols College pays approximately $31,065 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Nichols College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Nichols College net price
$31,065
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Nichols College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $40,375 and average net price at $31,065. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$40,375
Current net price
$31,065
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
63.64%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$58,063
Undergraduates
1,152
10-Year Median Earnings - Nichols College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Nichols College graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Nichols College?
Undergraduates
1,152
Completion rate
63.64%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
30.41%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
74.05%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 30.41% of Nichols College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 74.05% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Nichols College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Nichols College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Nichols College lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Nichols College is listed at Center Rd, Dudley, MA 01571-5000. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Nichols College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nichols College | 88.14% | $40,375 | $31,065 | $58,063 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nichols College's acceptance rate?
Nichols College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 88.14%.
How much is Nichols College tuition?
Nichols College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $40,375.
What is Nichols College's average net price?
Nichols College's average net price in the local dataset is $31,065.
What does Nichols College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $27,176 for Nichols College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Nichols College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $58,063 for Nichols College.
Is Nichols College accredited?
Nichols College's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Nichols College?
The local dataset lists 1,152 undergraduate students at Nichols College.
What percentage of Nichols College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Nichols College in the local dataset is 30.41%.
What is the federal loan rate at Nichols College?
The federal loan rate for Nichols College in the local dataset is 74.05%.
Where should I verify Nichols College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Nichols College or the latest official federal education data.