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William James College

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Overview

William James College is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Newton, Massachusetts, United States. Established in 1974, William James College (WJC) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. WJC provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 52-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. WJC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, financial aid and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

William James College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

William James College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

William James College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

William James College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

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Acronym WJC
Founded 1974
Motto Meeting the Need...Making a Difference
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Location

Address One Wells Avenue
Newton
02459 Massachusetts
United States
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William James College Phone Number (617) 327 6777
William James College Fax Number (617) 327 4447
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

William James College is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1984


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important William James College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of School Psychologists


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize William James College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

William James College Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of William James College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify William James College's academic range and degree level offering.



William James College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
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B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

William James College Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

William James College Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of William James College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at William James College.



William James College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)
International
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact William James College Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official William James College website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

William James College Admission Info


William James College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

William James College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


William James College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

William James College has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

William James College 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


William James College's International Students Admission International Students

Not reported


William James College's Admission Office Admission Office



(617) 327 6777


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact William James College's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

William James College Size and Profile


William James College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

William James College has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


William James College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

William James College's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


William James College's Control Type Control Type

William James College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


William James College's Entity Type Entity Type

William James College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


William James College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

William James College's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


William James College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

William James College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


William James College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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William James College is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

William James College Facilities


William James College's Library University Library

Yes Visit William James College's Library
William James College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,689 physical volumes, 396 physical media, 7,273 digital/electronic media and 99 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 4 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. William James College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


William James College's Housing University Housing

Not reported


William James College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


William James College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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William James College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


William James College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


William James College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


William James College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


William James College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

William James College Organisational Structure

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William James College Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is William James College public or private?

William James College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is William James College profit or non-profit?

William James College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of William James College in terms of enrollment?

William James College has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of William James College in terms of academic staff?

William James College's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is William James College a coeducational institution?

William James College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does William James College use?

William James College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is William James College affiliated with?

None.

Does William James College admit international students?

Not reported.

What is William James College's acceptance rate and admission policy?

William James College 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend William James College WJC?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro). International students: 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is William James College WJC located?

William James College is located in Newton, Massachusetts, United States. Address: One Wells Avenue.

Is William James College WJC accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, William James College is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education (since 1984).

Does William James College offer financial aid?

Yes

Does William James College offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does William James College have a university library?

Yes William James College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,689 physical volumes, 396 physical media, 7,273 digital/electronic media and 99 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 4 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. William James College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does William James College provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does William James College have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does William James College offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does William James College offer career services?

Yes

Does William James College offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does William James College have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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