- The mission of the college is to provide high-quality associate degree education and to prepare beginning practitioners in nursing and allied health fields. Inherent in the Catholic identity of the college and our educational mission is a commitment to Judaeo-Christian principles which influence the academic curricula and the college environment. Consistent with these principles, the college seeks to give opportunities to a diverse population of students to continue their education as mature adults and responsible world citizens.
School Highlights
Laboure College of Healthcare serves 530 students (8% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 58%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Private-state tuition: $33,507
- Acceptance Rate: 50%
- Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 70%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Laboure College of Healthcare ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Overview
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 65% over five years.
Laboure College of Healthcare
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Year Founded
1892
Campus Size
2 acres
Total Faculty
47 staff
102 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Laboure College of Healthcare has declined by 55% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The Laboure College of Healthcare diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
530 students
2,627 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
27:1
# Full-Time Students
42 students
988 students
# Part-Time Students
488 students
1,639 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
530 students
1,869 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
42 students
885 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
488 students
1,925 students
% Asian
3%
6%
% Hispanic
13%
23%
% Black
42%
15%
% White
30%
42%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
7%
9%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
1%
n/a
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$54,800
$35,600
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $33,507 is more than the state average of $30,173. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$33,507
$30,173
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
50%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,250
$11,249
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
50%
76%
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Nursing ClubStudent Government Association
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Our college is a small, private college affiliated with Caritas Christi Health Care. With numerous clinical affiliations that include academic medical centers, teaching and community hospitals, the college is committed to preparing its graduates to deliver patient-centered care as valued members of the health care team. Adults and traditional-aged students will find the flexible scheduling, small classes, and personal attention an ideal learning environment. Our alumni can be found in a wide variety of health care settings, including Boston's finest academic medical centers, teaching hospitals, and numerous health care facilities throughout New England, the nation, and the world. Founded in 1892 and re-established in 1971 with degree-granting authority, the college has an unbroken line of preparing health professionals for practice dating back to the Carney Hospital Training School for Nurses and the Catherine Labour School of Nursing. Our college offers associate degree (AS) and professional certificate programs exclusively in health care. Our faculty and staff are committed to preparing individuals to deliver patient-centered care as members of an interdisciplinary team. Our college promotes learning that emphasizes evidence-based practice, including the latest research and the clinical expertise, quality improvement approaches, and the use of information technology. We are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Membership in the association indicates that the college has been carefully evaluated and found to meet standards agreed upon by qualified educators.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Laboure College of Healthcare cost?
Laboure College of Healthcare's private state tuition is approximately $33,507.
What is the acceptance rate of Laboure College of Healthcare?
The acceptance rate of Laboure College of Healthcare is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 76%. Laboure College of Healthcare's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Massachusetts with low acceptance rates.
What is Laboure College of Healthcare's ranking?
Laboure College of Healthcare ranks among the top 20% of community college in Massachusetts for: Lowest acceptance rates and Average community college minority breakdown.
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