History
Since 1885, we at Springfield College have had a singular focus on educating students—in spirit, mind, and body—for leadership in service to others. We call it our Humanics philosophy. The world has changed since 1885, and we have, too. New academic programs, renovations, construction, and other major developments have ensured that we remain relevant to today’s students and society.
Education
Springfield College offers 47 undergraduate majors in a wide range of human-helping professions. Our majors blend traditional coursework with experiential learning such as internships, fieldwork, student teaching, and practicums. The blend of classroom and real-world experience is what provides our students with skills, knowledge, insight, and networks to achieve their career goals upon graduation.
Research
- The Springfield College Center for Youth Development and Research provides consultation, evaluation, and training services to organizations that strive to foster positive youth development.
- The center staff has designed, implemented, and evaluated several of the largest youth development through sport programs in the USA.
Career
Students from all programs and schools are encouraged to work with the Career Center staff as early as their first year. The experienced staff is committed to student learning and development, and offers a variety of opportunities for students and alumni. The services provided by the Career Center are free of charge, and are available to students during their time at Springfield College, and long after they’ve graduated.
Student services
The Student Government Association (SGA) promotes the interests and welfare of the student body and guides and finances more than 50 registered student organizations. Managed by elected students, SGA approves funding for active student organizations, adopts policies effecting students, and serves as a liaison between students and the College administration.
Housing services
- Gulick Hall
- Reed Hall
- Massasoit Hall
- Lakeside Hall
- Abbey-Appleton Hall
- Alumni Hall
- Kakley Graduate Annex
- Graduate Village
- College-owned Apartments
- International Hall
- Living Center
- Senior Suites
- Townhouses
- Lakeside Hall
Library services
- Archives & Special Collections Home
- College Archives Digital Collections
- Springfield College Catalogs
- Springfield College Yearbooks
- Springfield College Alumni Magazines
- Springfield College Department and Club Newsletters
- The Triangle and Physical Education Magazines
- Leslie Mann Baseball Lantern Slide Collection
- Cliff Smith YMCA Postcard Collection
ICT services
Basic cable and WiFi.
Medical services
At the Health Center, we offer medical services through patient care, health education, and wellness promotion. We provide comprehensive health care for all students, undergraduate and graduate, with the purpose of preventing disease, improving health, and enhancing the balance of spirit, mind, and body.
Campus life
Springfield College has a vibrant campus life and students are provided with ample opportunity to explore their professional and personal interests. Our traditional New England campus, situated on the shores of Lake Massasoit, is like an oasis in a city. In addition to academic, there are recreational facilities and special interest clubs and organizations, all within an hour and a half drive to Boston, Albany, or Providence.
Sports facilities
- Wellness & Recreation Complex
- Pool
- Climbing Wall
Student clubs
- Applied Exercise Science Club
- Art Club
- Athletic Training Club
- NSSHLA: Communications Disorders Club
- Criminal Justice Club
- Health Science Club
- Math Club
- Physician Assistant Student Organization
- Scientists Embracing Equality and Diversity
- Springfield College Industrial-Organizational Psychology Club
- Student Occupational Therapy Association
- Student Physical Therapy Association
- Women of Business
- YMCA Club
Accreditation
Springfield College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.
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Springfield College Student Reviews & Awards
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Grad Student
Good program but demands a lot of you. Do not have much to say about the overall school as I only interact with my specific program. I have not used any of the computer labs, sports facilities, gym, or take part in any clubs or groups on campus. Parking can sometimes be annoying as the campus is in downtown Louisville and sometimes have to walk around downtown to get to your building.
Warm Clinical PsyD Faculty
The Clinical Psychology PsyD Program is great! The faculty and classes help you prepare for practicum work in the community and the majority of supervisors/faculty/professors are very warm, engaging, and love what they do. The price of tuition is high, and having a job outside of grad school was difficult but many do make it work. I never lived on campus, I never ate on campus, I commuted roughly 20 minutes and parking was easy.
Limited amenities for commuters
My experiences of Spalding's university life are limited due to being a commuter and graduate student. The campus lacks in aesthetics and amenities for campus living. However my program and curricula are adequate for the profession degree I am obtaining.
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