Colleges in Central Massachusetts: Liberal arts school in Springfield area, bachelor degree programs in computer science, law, music, art, & economics. Undergraduate education in Amherst, Hampshire County MA.
Amherst College: Amherst College, located in Amherst, Massachusetts, is an undergraduate, residential, liberal arts college offering the Bachelor of Arts degree program in 34 fields of study. Amherst College is now widely regarded as one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the nation, enrolling a diverse group of approximately 1,600 young men and women. Amherst College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
Amherst College is located in Amherst, Massachusetts, a town of 35,000 people in the western part of the state. The college’s 1,000-acre campus is adjacent to downtown Amherst.
Situated in Northampton MA, just 2 hours from Boston, Smith College is a private, independent women's liberal arts college offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of academic fields. Overwhelmingly, women choose Smith for its outstanding academic reputation as one of the nation’s top liberal-arts colleges. Choose from more than 1,000 course offerings in more than 50 areas of study in the social sciences and history, the arts, languages, literature, mathematics, natural sciences, and more.
Whether you come to Smith with a specific career goal in mind or are unsure of your educational direction, you’ll be encouraged to explore many fields of knowledge by our experienced faculty. Since its founding in 1871, Smith College has provided women of high ability and promise an education of uncompromising quality.
Smith College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Membership in the association indicates that the institution has been carefully evaluated and found to meet standards agreed upon by qualified educators.
Undergraduate Degree Program categories:
- Arts & Technology
- Biological Sciences
- Languages and Literatures
- Computer Science
- Dance
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Sport Studies
- Film Studies
- International Relations
Graduate Degree Programs:
- Master of Arts in Teaching
- Master of Fine Arts in Dance, and more ....
The Elizabeth Grady School of Esthetics and Massage Therapy
Courses / Programs
Situated in Medford MA, just 15 minutes north of downtown Boston, The Elizabeth Grady School of Esthetics and Massage Therapy is a beauty training institution that provides three distinct Diploma courses in Esthetics, Massage Therapy, and Makeup Artistry. Emphasis is placed not only on theory and technique but also on personal growth, development of self-awareness, and innovation within the beauty industry.
Through technical knowledge and sense of touch, Elizabeth Grady professionals in turn empower the public by promoting whole health, wellness, and beauty from the inside out.
Our committed and experienced instructional, administrative, and support staff cares about our students’ education, growth, and success. With diverse backgrounds in education and experience, the Elizabeth Grady educational staff creates and environment allowing the student to reach their full potential.
Professional Makeup / Beauty Training Diploma Programs:
Esthetician / Esthetics:
- 600 hours: Balances the art and therapeutic value of hands-on technique with fundamental biological studies
Massage Therapy:
- 650 hour / 750 hour options: A unique and comprehensive program with emphasis in the clinical and holistic applications of therapeutic massage
Makeup Artistry:
- 'The Art of Makeup' course is a series of classes broken down into four modules totaling 80 hours of instruction
Located just 90 minutes west of Boston in South Hadley MA, Mount Holyoke College is a premier research liberal arts college for women, offering the Bachelor of Arts degree with 50 majors, dual-degree programs, 2 Masters Degrees, and other certificate programs. Course categories include Computer Science, Economics, Chemistry, Sociology, and more.
Renowned for its academic rigor and internationalism, the first of the Seven Sisters (the female equivalent of the once predominantly male Ivy League), Mount Holyoke established higher education for women as a serious endeavor. With outstanding support services, and access to the Five College Consortium, Mount Holyoke students enjoy a rich intellectual life with far-reaching rewards.
Our 2,200 students hail from 48 states and nearly 70 countries. One in three students is an international citizen or African American, Asian American, Latina, Native American, or multiracial. Thirty-six percent of incoming first-year students were in the top 5 percent of their high school classes.
Mount Holyoke College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.
Bachelor of Arts Degree programs for women:
- Art History
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Chinese (minor)
- Classics
- Computer Science
- Economics
- English
- Environmental Studies
- History
- International Relations
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Sociology, and more...
Further studies include:
- Dual Degree Programs
- Master of Arts in Teaching
- Master of Arts in Psychology
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Located in the Mason Square neighborhood of Springfield, MA, American International College (AIC) is an accredited, co-educational four-year liberal-arts institution offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of Arts, Education and Sciences, Business Administration (including MBA), Health Sciences (Nursing, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy) and Continuing and Extended Studies.
The mission of American International College is to prepare students for personal fulfillment, professional achievement, and civic engagement through educational experiences that transform lives. Our academic programs are founded on the knowledge, skills, and values of the liberal arts. They engage our students in theory and emphasize applied learning, while preparing them for the challenges and career opportunities.
AIC is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges; the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification; the National League for Nursing; the American Physical Therapy Association; the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education; and Business Accreditation with the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.
Bachelor Degree Programs:
- Nursing (BSN)
- Accounting
- Economics
- Management
- Marketing
- International Business
- Education
- Health Science, and more...
Masters Degree Programs:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- MBA in Hospitality & Hotel Management
- Master of Science Occupational Therapy, and more...
Pine Manor College (PMC) in Chestnut Hill (6 miles west of downtown Boston), Massachusetts, is a four-year liberal arts college for women. We offer Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Associate of Arts, and Associate of Science degree programs in a wide range of academic fields that include English, History, Communication, Biology, and more. Pine Manor College also offers a co-educational Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing degree program, with a number of concentrations.
Students at Pine Manor receive a high quality education in small, interactive classes. PMC is dedicated to providing students with a liberal arts education, preparing them for careers, and encouraging them to be leaders in their communities.
Outcomes-based learning, interactive teaching, mentoring, and academic support provide individual attention and opportunities for independent growth and leadership at Pine Manor College. PMC's co-curricular approach connects theory with practice through and innovative leadership program, internship placement, and extracurricular activities.
Pine Manor College is fully accredited to grant Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Arts, Associate of Science and Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing degrees by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education, New England Association of Schools and College (NEASC).
Undergraduate Degree Programs:
- Biology
- Communication
- Economic and Financial Systems
- English
- History
- Management and Organizational Change
- Psychology
- Social and Political Systems
- Visual Arts
- Teacher Licensure Programs
- Pre-professional Programs, and more
Graduate Degree Program:
- Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing