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Fisher College

Boston, MA

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Quick Facts

“Ubique Fidelis (Everywhere Faithful)”

1903
Founded
Private college
Type
$30M
Endowment
Baccalaureate Colleges
Classification
President: Steven Rich

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About Fisher College

Fisher College: Over a century of empowering students with vital career-focused education.

Fisher College, a private institution nestled in the vibrant heart of Boston, has been a beacon of opportunity for over a century. Since its founding in 1903, it has been dedicated to providing accessible, career-focused education, evolving from a local business college into a comprehensive institution offering associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees. With its motto "Ubique Fidelis" (Everywhere Faithful), Fisher College maintains a steadfast commitment to student success and community engagement.

The college's rich history began in Somerville, Massachusetts, as the Winter Hill Business College. Founders Myron C. Fisher and Edmund H. Fisher envisioned a path for immigrants to advance beyond unskilled labor, laying the groundwork for a legacy of upward mobility. The college later moved to its iconic Beacon Street location in Boston in 1939, a site so historically significant it's featured on the Boston Women's Heritage Trail. Through the decades, Fisher adapted, even operating as separate schools for men and women in the 1940s.

Fisher's academic journey saw it recognized as a two-year college in 1952 and granted degree-granting powers just five years later. By 1970, it achieved accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, solidifying its standing as an independent, non-profit institution. Embracing innovation, Fisher launched online courses and degrees in 1998, and expanded its offerings to include its first bachelor's degree in Management in 1999, followed by its inaugural Master of Business Administration program in 2015, focusing on strategic leadership.

Today, under the leadership of President Steven Rich, Fisher College continues its tradition of fostering an inclusive learning environment. It serves a diverse population, including traditional and adult learners through its Division of Graduate and Professional Studies established in 1975. The college is recognized for its commitment to providing practical, relevant education that prepares students for the demands of the modern workforce, ensuring they are "Everywhere Faithful" to their potential and future.

Key Highlights

  • ✦Founded in 1903, initially as Winter Hill Business College, to provide educational opportunities for immigrants.
  • ✦Iconic Beacon Street location in Boston featured on the Boston Women's Heritage Trail.
  • ✦Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges since 1970.
  • ✦Pioneered online courses and degrees starting in 1998.
  • ✦Offers bachelor's degrees (first in 1999) and a Master of Business Administration (since 2015).
  • ✦Established Division of Graduate and Professional Studies in 1975 to serve adult learners.
  • ✦Motto: "Ubique Fidelis" (Everywhere Faithful).

Timeline

1903
Founded as Winter Hill Business College in Somerville, Massachusetts.
1939
Moved to its current Beacon Street location in Boston.
1940
Split into The Fisher School for Men and The Fisher School for Women.
1952
Approved as a two-year college by the Board of Regents of Higher Education.
1957
Granted degree-granting powers.
1970
Gained accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
1975
Established the Division of Graduate and Professional Studies.
1998
Began offering online courses and degrees.
1999
Offered its first bachelor's degree, the Bachelor of Science in Management.
2015
First master's degree, a Master of Business Administration, was accredited.
🏛️
123 Years
of Excellence

Leadership

Steven Rich
President

Data from Wikipedia – CC BY-SA 4.0

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