Nonprofit · EIN 04-2005934
FISHER COLLEGE
Tax-exempt · BOSTON, MA 02116
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $26,957,608 | $26,295,609 | $661,999 | $77,602,625 | $7,770,217 | $69,832,408 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $25,324,483 | $25,422,314 | -$97,831 | $72,445,924 | $8,031,676 | $64,414,248 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $23,433,827 | $25,150,525 | -$1,716,698 | $65,998,112 | $9,508,797 | $56,489,315 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $735,999
- of which government grants
- $640,735
- Program service revenue
- $21,338,124
- Investment income
- $2,597,916
- Net rental income
- $662,709
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $1,922,282
- Other revenue
- $2,285,569
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $1,521,524
- Other salaries and wages
- $11,372,317
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $15,048,002
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $29,853
- Accounting fees
- $72,372
- Occupancy
- $488,668
- Travel
- $1,099,787
- Depreciation
- $1,506,290
- Program services (functional)
- $22,506,081
- Management and general (functional)
- $3,363,631
- Fundraising (functional)
- $425,897
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $72,445,924
- Total assets, end of year
- $77,602,625
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $7,770,217
- Net assets, end of year
- $69,832,408
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $14,959,308
- Publicly traded securities
- $58,520,193
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $69,557,071
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $275,337
- Gross receipts
- $30,902,672
- Employees
- 440
- Volunteers
- 50
- Year formed
- 1903
- State of legal domicile
- MA
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Rich | President Officer | 40 | $400,105 | $48,889 |
| Janet Kuser-Komarnicki | Vice President of Academic Affairs/Chief Academic Officer Officer | 40 | $182,377 | $42,128 |
| Carolyn Smith | Vice President of Finance Officer | 40 | $188,034 | $34,792 |
| Robert Melaragni | Vice President of Enrollment Management Officer | 40 | $179,024 | $34,005 |
| Brian Perrin | Vice President of Student Services Officer | 40 | $157,078 | $20,924 |
| Jeffrey Conrad | Director of Accounting Highest-paid employee | 40 | $154,886 | $22,032 |
| Lynne Robinson | Vice President of Graduate Professional Studies Officer | 40 | $159,456 | $11,884 |
| Anniello Trotta | Associate Dean, School of Graduate Studies Highest-paid employee | 40 | $120,513 | $15,603 |
| Bryan Hummel | Director of E-Sports Highest-paid employee | 40 | $119,983 | $14,790 |
| Marzieh Namazi | Program Director / Assistant Professor IT Highest-paid employee | 40 | $117,200 | $17,392 |
| Michael Cutillo | Director of Information Services Highest-paid employee | 40 | $116,338 | $4,016 |
| Alexandra L Bartsch | Chairman of the Board Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Rebecca B Costello | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| James Bayles | Clerk Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Walter J Dillingham | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
12 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaVerne Brown | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Stephanie Davidson | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Peter C Everett | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Christian C Fisher | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Tom Grilk | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| John McDonnell | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Gus Martucci | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Lazaros Papadopoulos | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Ashok Patel | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Vikas Patel | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Paul Rowe | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Dean Walton | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 27 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Rich | President Officer | 40 | $350,272 | $22,516 |
| Janet Kuser-Komarnicki | Vice President of Academic Affairs/Chief Academic Officer Officer | 40 | $176,254 | $47,713 |
| Carolyn Smith | Vice President of Finance Officer | 40 | $183,660 | $33,790 |
| Robert Melaragni | Vice President of Enrollment Management Officer | 40 | $174,046 | $32,075 |
| Jeffrey Conrad | Director of Accounting Highest-paid employee | 40 | $150,968 | $20,698 |
| Lynne Robinson | Vice President of Graduate Professional Studies Officer | 40 | $155,328 | $11,525 |
| Brian Perrin | Vice President of Student Services Officer | 40 | $149,528 | $12,814 |
| Nancy Pithis | Dean of International Academic Operations and Curriculum Development Highest-paid employee | 40 | $108,164 | $30,198 |
| Marzieh Namazi | Program Director / Assistant Professor IT Highest-paid employee | 40 | $120,413 | $16,236 |
| Scott Dulin | Athletics Director Highest-paid employee | 40 | $101,582 | $31,631 |
| Anniello Trotta | Associate Dean, School of Graduate Studies Highest-paid employee | 40 | $113,409 | $15,879 |
| Lazaros Papadopoulos | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $7,000 | $0 |
| Alexandra L Bartsch | Chairman of the Board Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Rebecca B Costello | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| James Bayles | Clerk Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Walter J Dillingham | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| LaVerne Brown | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Stephanie Davidson | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Peter C Everett | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Christian C Fisher | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Tom Grilk | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Gus Martucci | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| John McDonnell | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ashok Patel | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Vikas Patel | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul M Rowe | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Dean Walton | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 26 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Rich | President Officer | 40 | $319,306 | $19,746 |
| Janet Kuser-Komarnicki | Vice President of Academic Affairs/Chief Academic Officer Officer | 40 | $167,696 | $42,744 |
| Robert Melaragni | Vice President of Enrollment Management Officer | 40 | $166,664 | $29,735 |
| Jeffrey Conrad | Director of Accounting Highest-paid employee | 40 | $144,848 | $23,130 |
| Nancy Pithis | Dean of International Academic Operations and Curriculum Development Highest-paid employee | 40 | $108,427 | $27,130 |
| Brian Perrin | Dean of Students Highest-paid employee | 40 | $122,984 | $9,800 |
| Meridith Spencer | Program Director / associate professor of Sport Management Highest-paid employee | 40 | $114,605 | $17,636 |
| Marzieh Namazi | Program Director / Assistant Professor IT Highest-paid employee | 40 | $105,910 | $14,455 |
| William Opava | Director of Human Resources Highest-paid employee | 40 | $102,338 | $17,962 |
| Lynne Robinson | Vice President of Graduate Professional Studies Officer | 40 | $107,139 | $7,454 |
| Nancy Pedranti | Program Director and Associate Professor, RN to BSN Program Highest-paid employee | 40 | $103,416 | $5,883 |
| Carolyn Smith | Vice President of Finance Officer | 40 | $63,374 | $5,976 |
| Alexandra L Bartsch | Chairman of the Board Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Rebecca B Costello | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| James Bayles | Clerk Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Walter J Dillingham | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| LaVerne Brown | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Stephanie Davidson | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Peter C Everett | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Christian C Fisher | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| John McDonnell | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Lazaros Papadopoulos | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ashok Patel | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Vikas Patel | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul M Rowe | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Dean Walton | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 118 BEACON ST, BOSTON, MA 02116-1501
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Steven Rich, 118 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02116
- Signed the 990
- Jeffrey Conrad, Director of Accounting
- Phone
- (617) 236-8800
- Website
- www.fisher.edu
Mission
Fisher College enables students to earn a degree and seek a job upon graduation. Fisher College provides access to an education to approved students seeking the tools they need to achieve their goals. Dedicated, experienced, and caring educators allow Fisher College to accomplish its mission. The Fisher experience activates students to take ownership of their learning by preparing them to overcome challenges and pursue opportunities. Fisher's small-school setting allows students to form enduring and influential bonds with each other and with their professors. The Fisher community brings cultures and perspectives together in a dynamic arena. Fisher views ethical and moral development and public service as imperatives. Campus life enriches the Fisher community by offering students social and educational opportunities.
Program accomplishments
- Educational/Instructional Services - As directed by the Fisher College Mission and its strategic goals, the academic program "changes lives" by enabling students to acquire knowledge and skills that will guide them through a lifetime of intellectual and professional pursuits. To that end, Fisher offers pragmatic and focused programs bolstered by an array of general education programs. Thus, Fisher graduates are prepared to be responsible and contributing members of society. The Fisher College Educational and Instructional Program Services are focused on the core values and objectives of higher education and the Mission of the College.Expenses $10,336,832 · revenue $15,154,489
- Housing & Student Services - The Fisher College campus, housing, student services and student resources programs define the College as much as the educational and instructional programs it offers and the people who embody its Mission. The students' experiences, and their memories of their years at Fisher College, are entwined with the campus and its offerings. Just as it safeguards the interest of its students, Fisher College is a steward of these vital and influential physical resources, programs and services, and this Program Service Accomplishment is imperative to the Mission of the College.Expenses $12,169,249 · revenue $6,183,635
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 04-2005934
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- School
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1948
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B420)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $77,602,625
- Income (IRS master file)
- $30,902,672
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $26,957,608 | $26,295,609 | $77,602,625 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2024 | $25,324,483 | $25,422,314 | $72,445,924 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2023 | $23,433,827 | $25,150,525 | $65,998,112 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | $22,484,661 | $22,311,603 | $61,143,900 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 04-2005934).
Questions about FISHER COLLEGE
- What is the EIN of FISHER COLLEGE?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of FISHER COLLEGE is 04-2005934.
- Is FISHER COLLEGE tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1948.
- Are donations to FISHER COLLEGE tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does FISHER COLLEGE file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of FISHER COLLEGE due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did FISHER COLLEGE last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of FISHER COLLEGE?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Steven Rich.
- Who are the officers and directors of FISHER COLLEGE?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 27 people; 11 received compensation from the organization, the highest $400,105 (Steven Rich, President).
- How much revenue does FISHER COLLEGE have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $26,957,608, expenses of $26,295,609 and total assets of $77,602,625 at year end.
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