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Elms College is a modern part of a living tradition established over 300 years ago by the Sisters of St. Joseph — a bold group of devout, progressive changemakers. We are dedicated to providing a rigorous education animated by a community where all are welcome. Religious or non-religious, we’re all on a journey to understand and maneuver the bigger world. We believe education is not an end in itself, but a path to discovering what we can each contribute to that world, our neighborhood, and one another. Discover Your Purpose.

The White House and the U.S. Department of Education are inviting college campuses across the country to join us in our efforts to end the pandemic by signing up College Vaccine Campus Challenge. Elms College is proud to accept the challenge, and do everything we can to ensure out students, faculty, and staff are safe!

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    We have over 50 undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate academic programs.
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    75% of classes have fewer than 20 students, so you get to know your professors for a personalized education experience.
  • 95%
    The vast majority of our students receive financial aid. The average award is $34,000.
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    NECC Academic All-Conference student-athletes 2014-2018. Elms helps you grow mind and body.

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ElmsSafe Plan 2020-2021

“Elms College will require undergraduate and graduate students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to returning to campus for the Fall 2021 semester.”  Read more

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ

What is the procedure for submitting proof of vaccination? Please email a copy of your vaccination card to healthcenter@elms.edu for submission. Read more

Eduardo Rosado ’21

Ethical IT Philosophy and computer science might not strike you as the most natural pairing. But for Eduardo Rosado ’21, a dual CITS and computer science major from Holyoke, MA, the pairing is plain as day. Read more

Derek Waid ’21

Athletics Meets Art History For Derek Waid ’21, teaching has always been a core part of his identity. Read more

Genesis Martinez ’21

Community Builder When it came time to choose a college, Genesis Martinez ’21 knew that she wanted a place where connections could be made effortlessly. Elms College fit the bill perfectly, she said, because of its small atmosphere. Read more

Honors Program Is One-of-a-Kind

Students enrolled in the Elms College Honors Scholar Program explain what makes the program so special. Read more
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The Elms Experience

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    Tyla Risucci '21

    EMT on the Path to Neurosurgery Tyla Risucci ’21, a double major in biology and chemistry, can pinpoint the exact moment she wanted to become a physician.  She was studying...
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    Addison Ray '15

    A Fighting Chance Wrestling has always been center stage for Addison Ray ’15. As an athlete, he has six years of experience duking it out on the mat. He’s been...
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    Linda Humphrey Lyimo '21

    Catholic values are front and center for Linda Humphrey Lyimo '21, a transfer student from Tanzania. The CITS major fell in love with Elms thanks to her religious roots. A...
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    Alejandra Ocasio '19

    A transformational internship gave social work graduate Alejandra Ocasio ’19 a new understanding of the connections between culture, identity, and educational achievement.  The “Cool Aunt” Social workers have a responsibility...
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  • Photo of a student in front of Berchmans Hall
    Excellence
    Tyla Risucci '21
  • Photo of alumnus Addison Ray '15 at a youth wrestling event
    Community
    Addison Ray '15
  • Photo of Linda Humphrey Lyimo '21
    Faith
    Linda Humphrey Lyimo '21
  • Photo of Alejandra Ocasio '19, social work grad from Elms-STCC
    Justice
    Alejandra Ocasio '19

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