“A close-knit Boston college where urban access meets personalized, career-focused learning.”
Fisher College is a private, four-year institution set in the heart of Boston's historic Beacon Hill neighborhood, steps from the Boston Public Garden and Boston Common. Founded in 1903 and accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), Fisher offers an intimate urban college experience that blends personalized, career-focused education with unmatched access to one of America's great cities. With a total undergraduate enrollment of approximately 1,400 students, Fisher cultivates a close-knit community where average class sizes of fewer than 20 allow faculty to know each student personally and tailor instruction to individual goals. The college offers bachelor's, associate's, and master's degree programs across more than 30 fields of study. Fisher's academic strength lies in its practical, career-oriented programs across Business, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Health Care Management, Human Services, Communication, and Early Childhood Education. Students benefit from Boston's thriving professional networks and the college's strong employer relationships, which open doors to internships and entry-level positions in finance, healthcare, technology, legal services, and education throughout their undergraduate years. Fisher's test-blind admissions policy and rolling admissions process make applying accessible and straightforward, and the college's esports program — consistently ranked in the national top five — has put Fisher on the map as a pioneering institution in collegiate competitive gaming. Boston's global ecosystem makes Fisher a compelling choice for international students, who represent approximately 18% of the student body from 35 countries worldwide. The Center for International Programs and Services provides comprehensive F-1 visa support, I-20 issuance, and immigration advising. Fisher offers merit-based scholarships of up to $12,500 exclusively for international students, and an on-campus English language program through partner Kings Education provides conditional pathways for students still developing proficiency. Living in Beacon Hill — one of Boston's most historic and vibrant neighborhoods — gives every Fisher student immediate access to world-class museums, cultural institutions, public transit, and a city consistently ranked among the best in the world for education and quality of life.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
Esports
National Collegiate Esports Rankings 2024
Rolling Admissions
Applications accepted year-round; no strict deadlines
Regular Decision (Fall)
Recommended final deadline for fall semester enrollment
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Tuition & Fees (All Students)
$33,813 – $35,013
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Undergraduate and MBA programs with a focus on practical business skills, entrepreneurship, and connections to Boston's financial and corporate sectors.
Liberal arts foundation supporting communication, psychology, and criminal justice with applied practicum components and Boston-area experiential opportunities.
Programs preparing students for careers in healthcare management, early childhood education, and human services with direct field placements.
Master's programs in Psychology, Business Administration, and Criminal Justice available on-campus and online.
4 years
Career-driven business degree leveraging Fisher's Boston location for internships and professional networking in finance, management, and marketing.
4 years
Combines theory and practice in law enforcement, courts, and corrections — with Boston's rich legal and public safety institutions as a live classroom.
2 years
Graduate program offering advanced training in applied psychology with flexible online and on-campus delivery options.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $35,689
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
