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Financial Aid Office

ACCEPTANCE RATE

75.09%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

22

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$17,572

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Education Degree

The education program at College of Our Lady of the Elms prepares students for a career as a teacher or educational administrator. The program focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching. Program courses include the basic principles of educational psychology, the art of teaching, the planning and administration of educational activities, school safety and health issues, and social foundations of education. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer education degrees.

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College of Our Lady of the Elms

Also known as Elms College

100 Elliott Street, Haverhill, MA

College of Our Lady of the Elms provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Chicopee, Massachusetts and operated as a private institution. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Elms College has a yearly student enrollment of nearly a thousand.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Education
  • Public Administration And Social Services
  • History
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most common standardized test scores among students accepted to this school are within the range of 17 to 24 on the ACT, or 1230 to 1570 on the SAT exam. Elms College has an acceptance rate of around 83 percent of which only 39 percent decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at elms.edu.

Tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Elms College may offer financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at College of Our Lady of the Elms through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to view more about Elms College can check out their website at www.elms.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Elms College offers a bachelor's degree program in education.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male2
Female13

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic3
White7
Unknown5

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Education program at College of Our Lady of the Elms, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants College of Our Lady of the Elms accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, College of Our Lady of the Elms may offer student services like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Student employment
  • Assistance to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Elms College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (363)
  • Basketball (363)
  • Field Hockey
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball