Assumption College

About
Assumption College is a Catholic post secondary institution founded in 1904 and located in Worcester, Massachusetts. When first established the school was dedicated to educating French immigrants and residents to become leaders in their New England communities. During World War II the school suffered a massive decline in enrollment due to nearly all students enlisting in the military. The school was kept afloat financially through increased enrollment in the preparatory school it operated. In 1952 a graduate school was added to Assumption COllege and in that same year the school was struck by a tornado. As a result, Assumption College took the opportunity to separate the college from the preparatory school and move to its Worcester location. Since that time the school has seen growth both in its facilities and enrollment, currently serving nearly 3000 student a year.

Academics
Assumption College offers over 40 undergraduate programs and 5 graduate programs. These programs are fully accredited and provide students with a high quality education in their field of study. Undergraduate programs may be augmented through minor studies programs, allowing students to pursue a secondary education in a separate interest or in a field that augments their major. Graduate programs require a bachelor degree in order to be enrolled and provide students with a more in depth education in that particular field. All programs are taught in the Catholic tradition and provide an academically stimulating environment.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Communications
• Graphic Design
• History
• Marketing

Adult and continuing education programs are also available, resulting in certificates, associate degrees and bachelor degrees. These programs provide an education in a high demand fields and assist in planning for one's future. Professional workshops are also available to provide additional information and training in a given field.

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Assumption College must submit an application for admission, including standardized test scores and pertinent transcripts. Once submitted the provided information will be reviewed and a decision rendered regarding admission. Once the decision is made, the student will be notified shortly thereafter. Students should determine which program of study they wish to pursue prior to applying. Graduate programs may have requirements unique to the program and should be reviewed prior to applying.

Financial aid is available in the form of grants, scholarships and loans, a majority of which is based on financial need. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine need, eligibility and award. Students may be asked to produce financial documents prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure that the information provided in the FAFSA is accurate.

Athletics
The Assumption College Greyhounds participate in a number of intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA Northeast-10 Conference. Intercollegiate athletic provide a forum for healthy competition and teach students the value of teamwork and discipline.

Athletic programs offered include:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Track and Field

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

• Annual tuition estimates are between $36,000-$43,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
• Per unit charges are around $1,300 for part time students
• Some programs may have tuition rates locked at the first year rate for up to five years.

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	98%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	98%	$20,473
Receiving Student Loans	77%	$8,352

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Assumption College may offer student services like:

• Online course work available
• Career path counseling
• Employing students to lower education costs
• Assisting students to find work

Graduation Rates

With a high graduation rate of around 73%, Assumption College is among the most successful schools in the area.

Number of Year to Graduate	Percent of Entering Class
Students Graduating in 4 Years	70%
Graduating in 5 Years	2%
Graduating in 6 Years	0.2%

Other 4-Year Private Colleges

The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Assumption College.

• Framingham State College in Framingham, MA (20 miles away)
• Rhode Island College in Providence, RI (36 miles away)
• University of Massachusetts - Boston in Boston, MA (40 miles away)
• Eastern Connecticut State University in Willimantic, CT (44 miles away)
• Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, MA (49 miles away)

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Data Disclaimer

Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Assumption College for official up-to-date information.