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Springfield College

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world rank  2204

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Overview

Founded in 1885, the Springfield College is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Springfield (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Springfield College (SC) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Springfield College (SC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 140-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Springfield College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Springfield College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Springfield College' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Springfield College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SC
Founded 1885
Motto Spirit, Mind and Body
Colours Maroon and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address 263 Alden Street
Springfield
01109-3797 Massachusetts
United States
Springfield College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Springfield College Phone Number (413) 748 3000
Springfield College Fax Number (413) 748 3746
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Springfield College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Springfield College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Springfield College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Springfield College.



Springfield College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)
International
students
35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro) 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Springfield College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Springfield College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is considered but not required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Springfield College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Springfield College's Admission Office Admission Office

263 Alden Street
Springfield 01109
(413) 748 3136
800 343 1257

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Springfield College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Springfield College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Springfield College's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Springfield College's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Springfield College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Springfield College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Springfield College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Springfield College is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Springfield College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Springfield College's Library
Springfield College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 40,850 physical volumes, 2,146 physical media, 105,630 digital/electronic media and 104 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 18 full-time employees, including 9 librarians. Springfield College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Springfield College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Springfield College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,120 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Springfield College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Springfield College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Springfield College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Springfield College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Springfield College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Springfield College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Springfield College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Springfield College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Springfield College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1930


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Springfield College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • American Association for Leisure and Recreation, Council on Accreditation
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Springfield College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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