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Regis College, a private, non-profit institution, was established by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston. This Roman Catholic institution of liberal arts and sciences was established in 1927 as the first residential Catholic women’s college. It became a coeducational institute in 2007. Located in Weston, Massachusetts, the college campus covers 132 acres.
Regis College offers a large number of undergraduate and post-graduate programs. There are more than 20 undergraduate courses including a teacher's licensure program as well as several pre-professional programs. The college also offers a number of masters degree programs and certificate courses. In addition, students can opt for the doctoral degree in nursing practice.
Regis College fields a number of men’s and women’s teams in intercollegiate athletics such as field hockey, soccer, tennis, basketball, swimming and diving, track and field, and volleyball. Nicknamed the Prides, the teams compete in the Commonwealth Coast Conference.
Regis College is located in a large suburb, in Weston, MA. The school is officially a Roman Catholic school. Regis College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Doctoral degree.
One of the good things about Regis College is its wide range of programs leading to degrees. Students at the school often study media and nursing and emergency medicine.
The admissions department at Regis College does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 390 to 490 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 500 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The school offers classes to 1,511 students (1,398 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at Regis College are female.
Many students live in housing on or near campus. Students sports include formal participation in Commonwealth Coast Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Regis College, through education in the arts, sciences, and professions, empowers women and men to challenge themselves academically, to serve and to lead. A Catholic college, Regis is a diverse and welcoming community guided by the values of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston."
More complete details are provided below.
Regis College
235 Wellesley St
Weston, MA 02493-1571
General Phone: (781) 768-7000
http://www.regiscollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 276 | registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 32 | political science, history, sociology, English, international relations, museum studies, Spanish language, interdisciplinary studies, ... |
| Media | 19 | communication studies |
| Medical Support and Technology | 15 | radiographer |
| Science | 13 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Business and Management | 13 | business |
| Education and Teaching | 8 | special ed, elementary school teaching, education, math teaching |
| Medicine | 7 | health professions |
| Family and Social Work | 7 | social work |
| Therapy and Counseling | 6 | psychology |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 5 | drama |
| Art Studies | 3 | art studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | computer and info science |
Number of programs and degrees for Regis College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 180 | 21 |
| Associate's degree | 139 | 2 |
| Master's degree | 82 | 7 |
| Post-master's certificate | 4 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Regis College had a total enrollment of 1,511 students (1,398 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 22% |
| Women | 78% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 61% |
| Graduate | 39% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 43% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 36% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
Regis College offers campus housing for 538 of its 1,398 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Weston, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,549 | 1,157 | 75% | 237 | 20% |
| Men | 407 | 261 | 64% | 51 | 20% |
| Women | 1,142 | 893 | 78% | 186 | 21% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 490 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 500 |
| SAT Writing | 400 | 500 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 21 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 98% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 8% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 27,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 27,800 |
| Room and board | $ 11,950 |
| Room charge | $ 6,100 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 5,850 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,820 |
Financial Aid:
Regis College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 220600)
Regis College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 6 | 24 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 2 | 10 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 6 | 16 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 5 | $59,099 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 7 | $63,640 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 5 | $71,854 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $60,994 | 19 | $58,144 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $44,270 | 17 | $44,948 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 4 | $44,341 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $51,801 | 43 | $53,733 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Commonwealth Coast Conference |
| Track | Commonwealth Coast Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Museology/Museum Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Regis College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Minority % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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