Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 3 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 3 schools are 4 years or high institutes.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American International College | Springfield, MA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| The New England Conservatory of Music | Boston, MA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | Chicopee, MA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $38,659 for State residents and $45,698 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 56.36% and graduation rate is 64.33%. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American International College | $40,550 | 57.87% | 42% | 17:1 | 2,244 |
| The New England Conservatory of Music | $55,910 | 43.28% | 83% | 5:1 | 827 |
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | $40,635 | 67.92% | 68% | 11:1 | 1,379 |
| Average | $38,659 / $45,698 | 56.36% | 64.33% | 11.00:1 | 1,483 |