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College of Our Lady of the Elms

Chicopee, MA·Private·https://www.elms.edu/

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College of Our Lady of the Elms is a small private nonprofit university in Chicopee, MA. Approximately 949 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 85% acceptance rate. Quabbin Reservoir is about 17 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 15 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 73/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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At a Glance

College of Our Lady of the Elms is a small private nonprofit university in Chicopee, MA. Approximately 949 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 85% acceptance rate. Quabbin Reservoir is about 17 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 15 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 73/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

85%
Acceptance Rate
1,269 applications
Test Optional
Test Policy
No test scores required
$43,325
2024-25 Tuition
$17,545
Avg Net Price
What students actually pay
$15,605
Room & Board
949
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
11%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
68%
Graduation Rate
Within 150% of normal time
Selectivity85% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

This school does not require standardized test scores for admission. SAT and ACT submissions are optional.

Campus Lifestyle

College of Our Lady of the Elms is a 1,000–4,999, suburban school. The campus is 15 miles from Ski Blandford.

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Suburban setting

Ski Access

15 miles

Ski Blandford

Weather

Cold Climate

42°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

College of Our Lady of the Elms students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Ski Blandford, 15 miles away with 5 lifts and 132 skiable acres. All are within 26 miles of campus.

Ski Blandford

Massachusetts

15 mi away
132 skiable acres5 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
Ski Sundown

Connecticut

25 mi away
70 skiable acres5 lifts
Otis Ridge

Massachusetts

26 mi away
60 skiable acres4 lifts

Nearby Lake

Quabbin Reservoir is 17 miles from campus, giving College of Our Lady of the Elms students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Quabbin Reservoir

Lake access within 16.5 miles

17 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Chicopee, MA

Chicopee has a cool climate, with winters averaging 25°F in Jan and summers peaking around 73°F in Jul.

25°Jan28°Feb36°Mar48°Apr59°May67°Jun73°Jul71°Aug63°Sep51°Oct41°Nov31°Dec

Station: WESTFIELD BARNES REGIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

College of Our Lady of the Elms in MA earns a composite safety score of 73/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

73/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety5910070
59/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
70/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Tuition
$43,325
Fees
$1,844
Room & Board
$15,605
Total
$60,774
$17,545avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

58 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's
104 grads/yr$97,773
Social WorkBachelor's
44 grads/yr$60,938
Special Education and TeachingMaster's
27 grads/yr$68,582
Psychology, GeneralBachelor's
27 grads/yr$46,976
Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesBachelor's
22 grads/yr$41,831

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's104 grads$97,773
Special Education and Teaching
Master's27 grads$68,582
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Bachelor's7 grads$62,641
Social Work
Bachelor's44 grads$60,938
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's9 grads$56,168
Psychology, General
Bachelor's27 grads$46,976
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
Bachelor's22 grads$41,831
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Post-Bacc$36,174
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Professional17 grads
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Master's15 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is College of Our Lady of the Elms located?

College of Our Lady of the Elms is located in Chicopee, MA. The main campus address is 291 Springfield St, Chicopee, MA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at College of Our Lady of the Elms?

College of Our Lady of the Elms has an acceptance rate of 85%, making it accessible. Out of 1,269 applicants, 1,082 were admitted in the most recent year. 949 students enrolled.

How much does it cost to attend College of Our Lady of the Elms?

For the 2024-25 academic year, College of Our Lady of the Elms charges $43,325/year in tuition. Including room and board ($15,605/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $39,449/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,545/year — what students actually pay. Use College of Our Lady of the Elms's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is College of Our Lady of the Elms the right fit for me?

Whether College of Our Lady of the Elms is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (85% admit rate), avg net price ($17,545/year after aid), campus culture in Chicopee, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh College of Our Lady of the Elms against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with College of Our Lady of the Elms directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Chicopee, MA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 42°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
73/100
Nearest Airport
Chicopee, MA (CEF) · 5 mialso BAF (6 mi), BDL (15 mi)

Location

Chicopee, MA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.