Anna Maria College

Anna Maria College is a private Catholic liberal arts college located in Paxton, Massachusetts. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Anne in 1946, the college offers undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education programs across a range of disciplines including arts and sciences, business, fire science, criminal justice, nursing, social work, and theology. The institution emphasizes a values-based education rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the legacy of its founders, fostering academic excellence, community service, and ethical leadership. The college serves a diverse student body through traditional on-campus programs, online degrees, and hybrid formats. It is known for strong programs in public safety, including one of the nation's leading fire science programs, as well as nursing, social work, and psychology. Anna Maria College provides a close-knit campus environment with small class sizes, personalized attention, and a range of student activities, athletics, and service opportunities. The college is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and holds specialized accreditations for several of its professional programs.