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College of Our Lady of the Elms

Private nonprofit Chicopee, MA · Suburban · New England · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
66%
Graduation Rate
$51,540
Earnings (10yr)
$17,545
Net Price
85%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an enrollment of just under 950 students, the College of Our Lady of the Elms is a cozy yet dynamic choice for those looking to study fields like Health Professions, Computer Science, Education, Business, and Biology. This school has an acceptance rate of 85%, making it accessible to a broad range of students. If you thrive in smaller learning environments and want personal attention from faculty, this could be a great fit for you.

Looking at life after graduation, students earn a median salary of $51,540 ten years down the line. That’s a solid figure, especially for those entering fields like health care and education, where demand is strong. The affordability factor is also significant; with 45% of students receiving Pell Grants, many find that financial support helps ease the burden of tuition and living expenses.

The financial picture becomes clearer when considering the net price after aid, which sits at $17,545. That’s a manageable figure compared to the median debt of $25,000, allowing graduates to focus on their careers rather than overwhelming debt. Those who thrive here tend to be motivated, community-oriented individuals ready to engage deeply with their studies and take advantage of the supportive atmosphere.

Rankings

How College Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation66%Earnings 10yr$52KNet Price$18KRetention76%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate45%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$23K$30-48K$18K$48-75K$25K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%867.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2169.9%MOBILITY188.27%

Cost & Financial Aid

$43,325
In-State Tuition
$43,325
Out-of-State
$17,545
Avg Net Price
$25,000
Median Debt
45%
Pell Grant Rate
71%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$8,099
Family Income $0–$30K
$22,645
Family Income $30K–$48K
$17,539
Family Income $48K–$75K
$25,491
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$54,087
6 Years After Entry
$53,542
8 Years
$51,540
10 Years
0.49x
Debt-to-Earnings
77%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$54,087 6yr $53,542 8yr $51,540 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

188.27%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2169.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
867.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$87,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.56
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.5%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 85%
Retention Rate 76%
Full-Time Faculty 32%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,693
Diversity Index 0.70
First-Gen Students 35%

Top Programs

Health Professions 54%
Computer Science & IT 10%
Education 6%
Business & Marketing 5%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Psychology 3%
Criminal Justice 3%
Physical Sciences 1%