Overview
Student Population
| Location | North Adams, Massachusetts |
| Online | mcla.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in North Adams, Massachusetts, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,931 prospective students applied, and 1,423 were granted admission. Of those admitted 262 enrolled in the school. 1,121 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 331 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $1,030 plus fees of $9,529. MCLA is ranked 541 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1230 |
| ACT | 19/26 |
| GPA | 3.1 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Massachusetts Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $9,529 |
| Room and Board | $10,980 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,226 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,965 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $9,529 |
| Room and Board | $10,980 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,226 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,910 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| English and Literature | 20% |
| Business | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 15% |
| General Studies | 10% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=167288 IPEDS survey data for Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.