YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR BUSINESS
We take our commitment to help you thrive very seriously. It's ingrained in our culture and the inspiration for everything we do.
The best way to show you the value of a Nichols degree is to share some statistics from our Class of 2006. In just 6 months after Graduation:
- 96% were fully employed in their major area of study,
- the average starting salary of $40,000, and
- 83% of those starting salaries were over $30,000.
1 out of 10 Nichols graduates is a CEO, corporate president or business owner. That's what we mean by success!
At Nichols, opportunities await you:
- Small, friendly college atmosphere
On our campus, you'll make friends who will last a lifetime!
That's because Nichols promotes student involvement in a broad range of Division III athletic / club opportunities and co-curricular activities.
Activities include academic honor societies, student government, our WNRC FM radio station, and a host of other special-interest organizations.
You'll find it easy to connect with others on the campus.
- Personal attention from caring and talented faculty
Faculty are easily accessible and offer personal attention to each and every student.
At Nichols, we believe that experience is life's best teacher. Many of our faculty were executives with America's leading corporations. It's their stories and experiences that bring the Nichols classroom to life.
Classes are usually less than 22 students; so, you'll get the special attention you deserve. If you have learning disabilities, Nichols has support programs to ensure you reach your full learning potential.
- Practical, relevant learning environment
To help you assume a significant role in tomorrow's global economy, your education here will focus on real-world applications.
Business is something you will practice everyday. Throughout your four years, you will develop networking skills with top business leaders and review and discuss real case studies.
- Easy access to five major cities in New England
There's something happening on or near campus everyday.
Nichols is located just twenty minutes south of Worcester and is within one hour of Boston, Springfield, Hartford, and Providence. Our students regularly take advantage of social life and internship opportunities available in these major metropolitan areas.
- A warm and welcoming community
The Nichols College campus is nestled in the rolling hills of Central Massachusetts in the historic Town of Dudley.
A study by APBnews.com listed Nichols College among the schools with the lowest risk of crime.
And our students participate in many volunteer opportunities, including helping local children's organizations with after school programs and the promotion of reading.
- A network of successful graduates
Here are just a few examples of our successful alumni:
Charles R. Valade
CEO, Commonwealth National Bank, over $100 million in assets
Bill Weyand
CEO, Structural Dynamics Research Corp., sold to EDS for $1 billion
Gerald Fels
CEO, Commerce Insurance Co.,
$1.4 billion in direct premiums written
For more, take a look at our Board of Trustees' page.