Welcome from the President

At Nichols College, we understand the needs of adults who are working towards their graduate and undergraduate degrees.  Adult Learners have unique challenges.  I know this firsthand.

I earned my own graduate degrees while juggling a full-time job and raising three children.  It was a demanding time, and having a supportive environment made all the difference in my success.  At Nichols, we provide that environment for our adult students.  We know that family comes first, that your career is important, and that, practically speaking, continuing your education often falls third on the list of priorities.

Our Graduate and Professional Studies programs allow students to meet their educational goals in a way that fits their lifestyles.  Classes are held in both in-class and online formats.  You may complete your entire degree online or you can choose our new, accelerated option that combines classroom and online instruction.  Both options speed up the process of earning a Nichols College degree.  A continuous enrollment program provides you with an opportunity to start your online coursework at any time during the year, while the accelerated option provides a dynamic, fast-track program.  Undergraduate and graduate programs not only provide flexibility, but they ensure that you graduate with the technological skills that are critical in our 21^st century world.

While we deliver innovation to our adult students, we also keep constant those things that we have discovered to be key in completing your degree: an esteemed faculty, dedicated staff and reputation for delivering a strong business education.  Faculty members are real-world professionals who bring insight, experience and enthusiasm to the classroom.  The Graduate and Professional Studies staff is knowledgeable, accommodating and friendly.

We are here to assist you in completing your education, and achieving your goals.

Debra M. Townsley, Ph.D.
President, Nichols College