Emmanuel College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Boston, Massachusetts with 1,854 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants, costs an average of $27,196 a year after grants and graduates 64% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Emmanuel College acceptance rate and admissions
Emmanuel College admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 600 to 670, math 570 to 670). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Emmanuel College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action II | Dec 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action II, Dec 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Emmanuel College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Emmanuel College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $50,694 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $19,100 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $66,314 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $27,196 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $27,196 a year after grants and scholarships, $39,118 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Emmanuel College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Emmanuel College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $73,794 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 37% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Emmanuel College majors and what graduates earn
Emmanuel College awarded bachelor's degrees in 43 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from marketing ($78,338).
All 43 majors at Emmanuel College
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Emmanuel College
6 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 6 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Master's | 13 | $54,967 | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 10 | $80,212 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,854 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 76% women, 24% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Emmanuel College?
Emmanuel College admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Emmanuel College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $50,694. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $27,196 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Emmanuel College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 600 to 670 in reading and writing and 570 to 670 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Emmanuel College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Emmanuel College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Emmanuel College?
64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Emmanuel College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $73,794 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.