Emmanuel College

Overview

Emmanuel College, located in Boston, Massachusetts, is a private Catholic liberal arts and sciences institution founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in 1919. This coeducational college, nestled in the heart of the city's renowned Fenway neighborhood, provides students with a suburban campus feel within an urban environment, facilitating access to the vast cultural and professional opportunities that Boston offers. Emmanuel College maintains a moderate level of selectivity in admissions, seeking to attract a diverse undergraduate student body. It offers a range of academic programs with particular strengths in the life sciences and education. While the college is not chiefly known for its athletic programs, it is a member of the NCAA Division III, competing in various sports under the team name the Saints. On-campus housing is available, accommodating a significant portion of the student population in residential facilities that foster a close-knit living-learning community.

In the most recent statistical year 5,786 prospective students applied, and 4,611 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 568 enrolled in the school.  1,814 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 198 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $44,448 plus fees of $460. Emmanuel College is ranked 421 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.