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Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Boston, MA · Public · Large city · Website

Massachusetts College of Art and Design campus
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Admission rate
76%
Accessible
Average net price
$26,397
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
59%
Median earnings
$52,923
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Massachusetts College of Art and Design is a public college in Boston, MA with 1,831 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $26,397 per year ($19,393 for families earning under $30,000). 59% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,923 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
76%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,027
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,345
Fall 2023
Yield
18%
of admitted students enrolled

What Massachusetts College of Art and Design looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$35,893
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$15,860
Out-of-state tuition
$44,700

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$19,393
  • $30–48k$19,676
  • $48–75k$21,813
  • $75–110k$25,915
  • $110k+$33,587

Get a personal estimate with Massachusetts College of Art and Design's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
59%
Freshman retention
89%
Median earnings
$52,923
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,607
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,831
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
34%
  • White55%
  • Hispanic16%
  • Black5%
  • Asian6%

Massachusetts College of Art and Design FAQ

What is Massachusetts College of Art and Design's acceptance rate?+

Massachusetts College of Art and Design admits 76% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Massachusetts College of Art and Design test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Massachusetts College of Art and Design?+

In Fall 2023, 3,027 students applied to Massachusetts College of Art and Design and 2,345 were admitted; 432 enrolled.

Does Massachusetts College of Art and Design consider legacy status?+

No. Massachusetts College of Art and Design reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Massachusetts College of Art and Design require an essay?+

Massachusetts College of Art and Design reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Massachusetts College of Art and Design cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $35,893 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,397.

What is Massachusetts College of Art and Design's graduation rate?+

59% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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