Admissions Requirements
Acquire the knowledge and skills essential to effectively lead teams and organizations with a graduate degree from Nichols College. Choose from our multiple graduate degree and certificate programs to enrich your management proficiency for handling obstacles and challenges, initiate organizational transformation, motivate others to success, and discover how the dynamic global environment is shaping modern business
Our AACSB curriculum equips you to ask the right questions, transform data into valuable insights, and lead effectively. Available graduate degree programs include MBA, EMBA, MSA, MSC, and MSOL. We also have several graduate certificate programs available.
When you apply to The Graduate School at Nichols College, you are taking a significant step in achieving your personal and professional goals. Our admissions team is here to help you every step of the way.
Required Application Materials:
- Graduate Online application for admission
- Official Transcripts for all academic work completed
- Two professional references
- Purpose statement that describes the applicant’s personal and professional goals for their program of study
- Applicants may be invited for an interview during the admissions process.
International Students
Applicants should note that the requirements differ for international students applying to graduate programs at Nichols College. If you are an international transfer student, you may be required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting TOEFL or IELTS scores or provide additional documentation like a transcript evaluation.
A Note About References
Choose individuals who can evaluate your academic potential, such as academic advisors, faculty members, supervisors, industry leaders or employers, as your reference providers. Preferably, you should provide email addresses of your references that are affiliated with an academic institution, professional organization or employer.
All Nichols College graduate degree programs require at least two references from professional or academic sources.
Apply for a Nichols College Graduate Degree Today
Prospective students can apply online through our website. Our Admissions Office is available to help you navigate the application process and answer any questions you may have.
Nichols College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, gender, age, marital status, parental status, physical disability, learning disability, political affiliation, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
As a proving ground for tomorrow’s leaders, Nichols College understands that participation in peaceful protest can be a powerful demonstration of leadership. Standing up for one’s values, while respecting human differences, and the rights of others, will not jeopardize a student’s admission to Nichols.
Send admission documents and correspondence to:
Office of Admissions
Nichols College
129 Center Road
Dudley, MA 01571
We want to talk to you!
We’re here to help—so if you have questions about Nichols, our application process, or scheduling a visit, contact our Admissions office anytime at graduateschool@nichols.edu or by phone at 1-800-243-3844.