Located on Lake Massasoit in Western Massachusetts, Springfield College has been a leader for 125 years in providing a balanced and diversified educational experience for future leaders in the health sciences, human and social services, sports and movement activities, education, business, and the arts and sciences.
Founded in 1885, Springfield College is known for its foundation of Humanics – educating students in spirit, mind, and body for leadership in service to others. Undergraduate and graduate degree programs prepare students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills for today’s and tomorrow’s careers. Springfield College is ranked by U.S. News & World Report in the 2012 edition of “America’s Best Colleges” in the top tier of its category, "Best Regional Universities -- North Region." The YMCA of the USA has designated Springfield College as a premier educator of its leaders.
Springfield College is internationally renowned as the The Birthplace of Basketball ®, a game invented by graduate student and instructor James Naismith in 1891. It is also the alma mater of William G. Morgan, inventor of the game of volleyball.
