Founded in 1911, Pine Manor College is a private educational institution that offers a variety of academic programs in liberal arts. It maintains a staff of more than 200 employees. The college provides undergraduate degrees in communication, biology, history, English, psychology, visual arts, and economic and financial systems. Pine Manor College also offers associate degree programs in child care, theater and health sciences. It operates the English Language Institute, as well as administers the Portfolio Learning program. The college is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Pine Manor College provides various athletic activities, such as basketball, cross-country, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball.