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Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

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About Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA), formerly known as North Adams State College (NASC), is a public liberal arts college in North Adams, Massachusetts. It is part of the state university system of Massachusetts. It is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges. Originally established as part of the state's normal school system for training teachers, it now offers programs leading to Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees, as well as a Master of Education track.

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90%

Acceptance

$16,068

Net price

713

Enrollment

56%

Grad rate

Report Card

B-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A-

Affordability

Average net price after aid

D

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

C+

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

90%

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

Cost & Financial Aid

$16,068

Average net price

$12,436

In-state tuition

$21,381

Out-of-state tuition

$15,386

Room & board

$1,000

Books & supplies

$26,026

Total cost of attendance

41%

Students receiving Pell grants

61%

Students with federal loans

$23,750

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$9,845
$30–48K
$10,762
$48–75K
$13,250
$75–110K
$15,958
$110K+
$22,698

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$48,102

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$36,803

Median earnings (6 yrs)

56%

Graduation rate

76%

Retention rate

80%

Earn more than a HS grad

$22,306

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

713

Total enrollment

8%

Part-time

22

Avg. age at entry

33%

First-generation

Gender balance

55% women
45% men

Race & ethnicity

White
73%
Black
9%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
5%
Asian
2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts FAQ

Is Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts a public or private school?

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is a public institution located in North Adams, MA.

What is the acceptance rate at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts?

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts has an acceptance rate of 90%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts cost?

The average annual net price at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is $16,068 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $12,436 in-state and $21,381 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts?

About 56% of students at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts students earn a median of $48,102 per year.

How many students attend Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts?

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts enrolls about 713 students.

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