Springfield College Identified as 2014-15 College of Distinction

Springfield College has once again been identified as a 2014-15 College of Distinction for providing an innovative, teacher-centered undergraduate education with a strong record of preparing its graduates for real-world success.  Colleges of Distinction is a college guide that for the last 15 years has recognized colleges that are the best places to learn, to grow, and to succeed.

The goal of Colleges of Distinction is to provide students, counselors, and parents with information about schools that excel in these key areas.  Colleges of Distinction describes schools that take a holistic approach to admissions decisions, that consistently excel in providing undergraduate education, and that have a truly national reputation.

Colleges of Distinction also give students, counselors, and parents, an unbiased look at the college admissions process.  Colleges of Distinction looks at the myths surrounding college admissions, provides tools for self- assessment, and provides insights from college admissions professionals, high school counselors, students, and parents. 

Founded in 1885, Springfield College is known worldwide for the guiding principles of its Humanics philosophy—educating students in spirit, mind and body for leadership in service to others. With its foundation of academic excellence and rich athletic heritage, Springfield College prepares students with real-world leadership skills for careers that transform lives and communities. The college offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of health sciences, human and social services, sport management and movement studies, education, business, and the arts and sciences. It also offers doctoral programs in physical education, physical therapy, and counseling psychology. The college is ranked in the 2014 edition of “Best Colleges” in the top tier of “Best Regional Universities – North Region” by U.S.News Media Group, and is designated as a premier Leadership Development Center by the YMCA of the USA. More than 5,000 traditional, nontraditional and international students study at its main campus in Springfield, Mass., and at its School of Human Services campuses across the country.