Acceptance Rate
72%
Avg. SAT
1330
75th percentile
“Birthplace of basketball, where humanics philosophy shapes hands-on experts in health sciences and physical education.”
Springfield, MA
Location
Midsize City
Campus Setting
Springfield College traces its roots to 1885, when the YMCA established a training school here to prepare leaders for global service, evolving into a college focused on humanics—a philosophy balancing spirit, mind, and body. Nestled in Springfield, Massachusetts, a working-class city of about 150,000 with affordable living compared to Boston, the campus spans 147 wooded acres along the Connecticut River. Practical students drawn to fitness, therapy, and community service find their fit amid this supportive environment, while those craving urban buzz or massive research labs might look elsewhere.
The college's personality radiates earnest athleticism and teamwork, fostering undergrads who prioritize real-world application over abstract theory. With just over 2,100 undergraduates, you can expect personal connections with professors and peers. Tradeoffs involve long, snowy winters that test your resolve and a location two hours from bigger cities, limiting spontaneous nightlife but encouraging campus bonds.
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Springfield shines in exercise science, athletic training, physician assistant studies, and rehabilitation programs, where you'll spend more time in labs dissecting movements than lecturing halls. Pioneering physical education since its founding, classes emphasize practical skills—think anatomy dissections and coaching simulations—with faculty who often draw from professional experience. Smaller enrollment means accessible advisors, though popular tracks like physical therapy fill quickly and demand strong grades.
Research leans applied, such as studies on sports injuries or adaptive fitness, fitting undergrads eager for internships over PhD tracks. You'll encounter collaborative seminars rather than massive lectures, but tradeoffs include fewer resources for niche humanities compared to larger privates.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,763 undergrad • 836 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
68%
Black / African American
7%
Hispanic / Latino
10%
Asian
3%
Other / Multi-racial
12%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Springfield, MA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus pulses with Division III sports—basketball, lacrosse, wrestling draw crowds to Blake Arena—while intramurals pull in everyone from first-years to seniors. A typical week mixes classes, gym sessions, and club meetings, with weekends featuring bonfires, service projects, or trips to nearby attractions. Residential life centers on traditional dorms where freshmen bond over late-night study sessions, though upperclassmen apartments offer independence.
Traditions like Humanics Week highlight community service, creating a wholesome vibe over wild parties. Social dynamics stay friendly and low-pressure, but the modest party scene and chilly weather push you outdoors for hikes or into city diners. Off-campus, Springfield offers minor league baseball and ethnic eateries, though many head to Hartford for more action.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
Yes
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
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Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$18,884
$30K – $48K
$20,493
$48K – $75K
$23,853
$75K – $110K
$28,534
$110K+
$31,408
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
81%
4 Years Graduation Rate
74%
6 Years Graduation Rate
78%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$48,036
81% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Springfield College and return in the fall. 74% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 78% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
74%
4-6 years
4%
Non-grad
22%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$41,128
Acceptance
72%
Undergrads
1,763
4-Year Grad Rate
74%
Endowment
$87M
Springfield, MA 01109-3797