Fisher College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Boston, Massachusetts with 1,167 undergraduates. It admits 71% of applicants, costs an average of $22,042 a year after grants and graduates 40% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Fisher College acceptance rate and admissions
Fisher College admitted 71% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Fisher College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Fisher 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.
Fisher College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $36,724 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $18,582 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $50,888 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,042 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $22,042 a year after grants and scholarships, $28,846 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 Fisher College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Fisher College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 40% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $52,749 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 44% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Fisher College majors and what graduates earn
Fisher College awarded bachelor's degrees in 19 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($85,199).
All 19 majors at Fisher College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 9 | n/a | $85,199 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 21 | $48,983 | $80,136 | $26,875 |
| Business administration | 35 | $58,238 | $69,576 | $26,000 |
| Health administration | 11 | $67,915 | $63,505 | n/a |
| Communication | 8 | n/a | $50,535 | n/a |
| Human services | 26 | $47,415 | $48,902 | $24,795 |
| Psychology | 17 | n/a | $41,644 | $26,441 |
| Computer and information sciences | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 14 | n/a | n/a | $24,125 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | 5 | $92,012 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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 Fisher College
3 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 3 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 45 | n/a | $25,811 |
| Psychology | Master's | 27 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Fisher College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 5 | n/a | $63,147 | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,167 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 52% women, 48% men
- 14 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 Fisher College?
Fisher College admitted 71% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Fisher College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $36,724. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $22,042 a year in 2024-25.
Is Fisher College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Fisher College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Fisher College?
40% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Fisher College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $52,749 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.