Acceptance Rate
76%
Avg. SAT
1340
75th percentile
“Cozy Catholic liberal arts college in Boston's Fenway, freshly co-ed after a century serving women.”
Boston, MA
Location
Large City
Campus Setting
Emmanuel College traces its roots to 1919, when the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur established it as a women's liberal arts college in Boston to educate Catholic daughters of immigrants. Until 2023, it focused exclusively on women, fostering a tight-knit community grounded in values of mercy, justice, and service. Now co-educational at the undergraduate level, it retains that supportive spirit while expanding its reach. The Fenway-Kenmore neighborhood location puts you steps from Fenway Park and the Longwood Medical Area, blending urban pulse with a contained campus feel.
Students who thrive here appreciate personalized attention, faith-infused discussions, and easy city access for internships. The school's personality leans collaborative and mission-oriented, with faculty who know students by name. Tradeoffs include Boston's high cost of living, which stretches budgets beyond tuition, and a small scale that limits varsity sports or massive facilities compared to larger schools.
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Full-Time Faculty
Women Faculty
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You'll sit in small seminars where professors lead lively debates on everything from ethics in politics to lab work in biology. Emmanuel shines in liberal arts fields like psychology, English, biology, and politics & international relations, with a core curriculum weaving in social justice themes. Study abroad draws many students to Europe and Latin America, often with faculty guidance. Research opportunities pop up early, especially in sciences through the on-campus lab.
Class sizes stay intimate, rarely exceeding 25, encouraging you to speak up and build mentor relationships. That said, as a small college, you'll find fewer niche electives or state-of-the-art equipment than at research universities, and popular majors like nursing fill quickly.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,909 undergrad • 74 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
65%
Black / African American
7%
Hispanic / Latino
14%
Asian
5%
Other / Multi-racial
8%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Boston, MA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
A typical week mixes classes, club meetings, and Boston adventures—maybe a study break at a Kenmore Square coffee shop or cheering at a Bruins game. Campus buzzes with low-key events like open mic nights, service projects, and academic panels, reflecting the school's service ethos. Housing clusters freshmen in dedicated halls, building instant bonds, while upperclassmen snag apartments or stay on campus. Traditions include volunteer days tied to the Sisters' heritage and end-of-year celebrations.
The social scene stays mellow, favoring coffee chats over wild parties, though city bars and events offer outlets. Challenges come from the urban hum—street noise and limited green space—but proximity to museums and hospitals means off-campus life integrates seamlessly.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
Great Northeast Athletic Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Room & Board
Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$22,836
$30K – $48K
$23,082
$48K – $75K
$25,731
$75K – $110K
$27,684
$110K+
$29,398
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
79%
4 Years Graduation Rate
69%
6 Years Graduation Rate
75%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$68,245
79% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Emmanuel College and return in the fall. 69% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 75% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
69%
4-6 years
6%
Non-grad
25%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$44,448
Acceptance
76%
Undergrads
1,909
4-Year Grad Rate
69%
Endowment
$53M
Boston, MA 02115
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