Located a few miles west of downtown Boston, this college enrolls approximately 1,000 students and has a stated mission to work for the improvement of children and families. This mission is reflected in many of the degree programs offered here, such as human development, early childhood education, juvenile justice/youth advocacy, language and literacy, and social work. Also in keeping with its mission, the college requires students to participate in any of a number of community-related efforts as part of their degree fulfillment.
Wheelock College
200 The Riverway
Boston, MA 02215
617-879-2000
wheelock.edu
Located in Boston's Back Bay area, this small college began in the early 1900s as a business school, eventually evolving into a degree-conferring college with primarily vocation-focused majors. It enrolls around 1,200 students, offering two-year associates degrees in fields of study that include healthcare, business, fashion, psychology and early childhood education. A few bachelors degrees are also offered, in management, human services, and communication and media.
Fisher College
118 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02116
617-236-8800
fisher.edu
This two-year school in downtown Boston enrolls under 1,000 students and is geared primarily toward enabling inner-city students to work toward a career. Associates degrees are offered in general studies, human services and early childhood educations; vocational certificate programs include management, personal computer applications, health, nutrition and food safety. The school also partners with Lesley University and UMass to allow graduates to transfer into those schools to complete their bachelors degree.
Urban College of Boston
178 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02111
617-292-4723
urbancollege.edu
Located in Brookline minutes from downtown Boston, this college enrolls about 1,000 students and emphasizes career-focused curriculum. Bachelors programs include computer science, graphic design, communications, interior design, marketing, business management and more. Associates degrees are also offered in culinary arts and hotel and restaurant management.
Newbury College
129 Fisher Avenue
Brookline, MA 02445
617-730-7000
newbury.magic-hour.com
Located about eight miles from downtown Boston in the town of Newton, this school blends career-focused majors with a liberal arts foundation, hosting around 1,500 students. Fields of study include biology, criminal justice, child development, business, fashion design, graphic design and veterinary technology. Master's degrees are also offered in management, or in management with an emphasis on interior design. The curriculum often integrates coursework with practical experience in the field.
Mount Ida College
777 Dedham St.
Newton, MA 02459
617-928-4500
mountida.edu