Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is a public 4-year college in North Adams, Massachusetts with 713 undergraduates. It admits 90% of applicants, costs an average of $11,402 a year after grants and graduates 47% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts acceptance rate and admissions
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts admitted 90% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Dec 1, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Mar 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Dec 1, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $12,748 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $21,693 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,878 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $23,524 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $11,402 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $11,402 a year after grants and scholarships, $12,122 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 47% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $52,507 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 41% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts majors and what graduates earn
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts awarded bachelor's degrees in 21 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($87,671).
All 21 majors at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | 10 | $67,045 | $87,671 | n/a |
| Business administration | 20 | $39,104 | $53,753 | $23,250 |
| Biology | 11 | $35,568 | $52,808 | n/a |
| Psychology | 17 | $37,379 | $49,826 | $23,988 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 18 | $43,357 | $47,162 | $22,483 |
| Sociology | 13 | $34,912 | $44,136 | $22,750 |
| Arts management | 8 | n/a | $42,983 | n/a |
| English | 10 | $31,863 | $39,955 | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 8 | $32,340 | n/a | $20,681 |
| Health professions, general | 8 | $39,413 | n/a | n/a |
| History | 7 | $32,418 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Master's | 16 | $57,373 | $19,339 |
| Business administration | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 713 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 8 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts?
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts admitted 90% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $12,748 for in-state students and $21,693 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $11,402 a year in 2024-25.
Is Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts?
47% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $52,507 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.