
About Regis College
Regis is dedicated to offering programs with a holistic view of health services that are designed for the future of the field. Through cutting-edge coursework, industry-active faculty members, and an array of majors and graduate programs, Regis has been able to positively impact the educational community, health services landscape, and personal lives of students nationwide.
When you choose Regis, you join a closely knit community with big university benefits. As a Regis student, you can build a solid foundation, lasting professional connections, and the specialized expertise to expand your skills and perspectives. Prepare to enter the workplace confidently with an education of the highest standard.
Our History and Mission
Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph nearly a century ago, Regis College challenges, inspires, and supports students who are driven by passion, purpose, and a pursuit to make a positive impact in the world. We proudly offer life-changing educational opportunities and industry-leading academics within a learning community that embraces inclusivity, encourages innovation, and builds strong character, confidence, and careers.
Located in Massachusetts, just 12 miles from Boston, Regis is a private, coeducational college that draws graduate students from across the nation who are interested in our dynamic and ever-growing programs in nursing, health sciences, education, business, and communication.
Whether you are a recent college graduate, a professional seeking career advancement, a prospective career changer, or any combination of these seeking further education, you’ll find high-quality academics, small class sizes, and a welcoming and diverse community at Regis. Our graduate programs, which are created and taught by leaders and industry experts, are designed to build character, confidence, career knowledge, and connections at every step.
We believe that it’s more important than ever to support our students’ career goals by making professional advancement more accessible. That’s why we strive to provide our students with flexible and affordable online graduate programs. Explore our Corporate Partner Tuition Discount to check if your company or professional organization makes you eligible for a 10%–15% tuition discount.
Your next step awaits at Regis, and we would be excited to welcome you as a member of our growing graduate student community. Explore our website to learn more, or reach out so we can discuss how a Regis education can help you achieve your career goals.
The Office of Graduate Admission adheres to Regis’ institutional policies regarding equal opportunity and non-discrimination. p 71, 2021-2022 Academic Catalog.
Accreditation
- Regis College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).
- Graduate Nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, ACEN.
- The MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, CSWE.
Rankings
- Named a “Best Regional College” by The Princeton Review
- Named an Apple Distinguished School
- Designated Military Friendly (MF) silver level institution in 2020-2021 Military Friendly® Schools list due to Regis’ commitment to serving the military and veteran community.
The MF® Schools list is created each year based on extensive research and responses to their survey from participating institutions. The survey questions, methodology, criteria and weighting were developed with the assistance of an independent research firm and an advisory council of educators and employers. Ernst and Young independently evaluated the scoring methodology used for the MF® Schools list. - Ranked #16 in 50 Best Online Master of Science in Nursing Programs by Master’s Programs Guide
- Ranked #2 in Best Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Programs by RegisteredNursing.org
- U.S. News & World Report ranks Regis College #89 among Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs
- U.S. News & World Report ranks Regis College #25 among Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs for Veterans