College of Our Lady of the Elms
Elms College
Chicopee, Massachusetts 01013
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
College of Our Lady of the Elms is a private institution in Chicopee with particular strength in health sciences and psychology. With an average SAT of 1240, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 951 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,540 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,436.
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SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1240
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
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Early Action
November 15
Regular Decision
rolling
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
29.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$20,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
7
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (58)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
76%
Campus Life
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Blazers
History & Fun Facts
- •Joseph and the Diocese of Springfield co-founded Elms College as a preparatory academy for women in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the Academy of Our Lady of the Elms, in 1897.
- •Joseph and the Springfield diocesan clergy, the curriculum was expanded through the 1940s and 1950s, and in 1953, an evening program was established.
- •The Elms College board of trustees voted 23–5 to begin admitting men, starting with the 1998–1999 school year, on October 7, 1997.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MA state average + suburban adjustment
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Nearby Attractions
Six Flags New England
Major amusement park with roller coasters and water park
Basketball Hall of Fame
Museum celebrating basketball history and legends
Springfield Museums
Quadrangle of art, science, and history museums
Transfer Admission
International Students
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