Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002187
- Phone: (800) 470-3379
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
81.64%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,254Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA)
Center Rd, Dudley, MA
MCLA is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in North Adams, MA, which is a predominantly rural area. Over two thousand students enroll at MCLA annually.
Students can select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- English
- Business Administration
- Sociology
- Education
- Interdisciplinary Studies
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to MCLA. Scores in a range of 19 - 23 on the ACT or 890 - 1110 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase the chance of acceptance. 67% of those students that apply are admitted to Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, of which 27 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $8,900 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $5,300 for the year. Students attending MCLA may qualify for aid which is usually loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts "Trailblazers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
- Soccer (NCAA Division III)
- Softball (NCAA Division III)
Students who wish to learn more about MCLA may take a look at their website at http://www.mcla.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students MCLA accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts has a total student population of about 1,500, with undergraduate students making up about 88% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,700. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $1,000-$1,200
- Out-of-State: $10,000-$11,970
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $43-$52 per unit
- Out-of-State: $420-$500 per unit
- May offer prepaid tuition, allowing students to purchase tuition at current rates for future years.
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 87% | $6,493 |
Receiving Student Loans | 98% | $5,647 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts may offer services including:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc)
- Basketball (Massachusetts State College Ath Assoc)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, C, M)
- Accounting
Education
- Education (B, C, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.
- Mansfield University of Pennsylvania in Jenkintown, PA (210 miles away)
- Cheyney University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA (228 miles away)
- The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey in Hoboken, NJ (235 miles away)
- Lincoln University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA (247 miles away)
- Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania in Lincoln University, PA (248 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Compare schools and see a list of all colleges in Massachusetts
- Get a list of all state universities in Massachusetts
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002187
- Phone: (800) 470-3379
- School Homepage