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We've got four ways for you to apply to Nichols College. We're here to help you get started.


Apply now: 4 ways to apply. Choose the one that works best for you.

What you will need:

  1. Official high school transcripts.
    Transcripts should include at least one set of marking period grades for your senior year.
  2. Official SAT, ACT or TOEFL (if international) scores.
    You may obtain a copy of your test scores from either the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) of the College Entrance Examination Board or the American College Testing (ACT) of the American College Testing Program. You should take either of these tests early in their senior year or in the spring or summer of their junior year of high school. In order to have your scores sent directly to Nichols College, enter our code as 3666 for SAT tests, or code number 1878 for ACT tests. International student must earn a score of 550 or higher on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
  3. One (1) letter of recommendation.
    Send us at least one academic recommendation, preferably from a guidance counselor or teacher.
  4. A personal essay.
    We require a one or two page essay or personal statement which will allow you to demonstrate your writing style and also give us an opportunity to get to know a little bit about you. Your essay should be typed in English.
  5. A completed application form along with an application fee of $25. (The application fee is waived if you submit your application online). There are 4 ways to apply. Choose the one that works best for you:

Send your documentation to:

Marie Keegan
Office of Admissions
Nichols College
P.O. Box 5000
Dudley, MA 01571-5000



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