Nichols College
Private college · Dudley, MA · 1,163 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
81%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1028–1236
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$31,983
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$61,425
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
54%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Nichols College?
Nichols College accepts about 81 of every 100 applicants (81%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1028 and 1236 on the SAT. A score at or above 1236 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1028, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Nichols College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Nichols College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Nichols College cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $61,425 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $31,983 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $44,950 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$44,950
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$44,950
- Room & board$17,020
- Total cost of attendance$61,425
- Average net price after grants$31,983
Popular majors
Business, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Criminal Justice, Psychology.
Nichols College FAQ
- What is Nichols College's acceptance rate?
- 81% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Nichols College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1028–1236. Aim for 1236 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Nichols College test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Nichols College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Nichols College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Nichols College cost?
- About $61,425 a year before aid; $31,983 on average after grants.
- What is Nichols College's FAFSA school code?
- 002197. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Nichols College receives your information.
- What is Nichols College's graduation rate?
- 54% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Nichols College
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lasell UniversityNewton, MA | 81% | 1030–1158 | $26,341 | 64% |
| Westfield State UniversityWestfield, MA | 81% | — | $16,484 | 49% |
| Suffolk UniversityBoston, MA | 82% | 1090–1300 | $40,008 | 59% |
| Assumption UniversityWorcester, MA | 83% | — | $28,788 | 73% |
| University of Massachusetts-LowellLowell, MA | 83% | 1180–1370 | $17,362 | 69% |
| Western New England UniversitySpringfield, MA | 83% | 1090–1300 | $27,077 | 64% |