Acceptance Rate
90%
Avg. SAT
1190
75th percentile
“Massachusetts' only public liberal arts college amid the Berkshires' contemporary art revival.”
North Adams, MA
Location
Town
Campus Setting
North Adams surrounds the campus with its mix of mill-town history and modern arts buzz, anchored by MASS MoCA, one of the largest spaces for contemporary art outside New York. The compact campus fosters a family-like feel among its 1,000 undergraduates, but the remote location means long drives to Boston or Albany for urban escapes. Harsh winters and a high cost of living relative to the small-town scale present straightforward tradeoffs for the scenic mountain backdrop.
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You'll find an intellectual culture that prizes discussion over lectures, with interdisciplinary projects blending art and science. Competitive entry isn't an issue given the open access, but popular majors like arts fill quickly, requiring flexibility. Large intro courses rarely exceed 40, keeping interactions personal even in core requirements.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
794 undergrad • 102 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
72%
Black / African American
8%
Hispanic / Latino
9%
Asian
2%
Other / Multi-racial
9%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
North Adams, MA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
The social scene stays mellow, with house parties and game nights rather than massive bashes, suiting introverts but potentially tame for party seekers. Cold, snowy weather confines you indoors much of winter, yet the tight-knit community counters isolation. Proximity to the Appalachian Trail offers weekend adventures, balancing the quiet rural pace.
Housing
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Veteran’s Programs Available
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Recognized student veteran organization
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
76%
4 Years Graduation Rate
63%
6 Years Graduation Rate
70%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$48,102
76% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and return in the fall. 63% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 70% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
63%
4-5 years
7%
6-8 years
2%
Non-grad
28%
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Key Statistics
Type
Public
Tuition
$1,030
Acceptance
90%
Undergrads
794
4-Year Grad Rate
63%
Endowment
$19M
North Adams, MA 01247-4100