Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 49%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 49% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 10th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MA wage index 1.29). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $80,332 | $87,671 | -5% | #213 of 459 | #330 | $22,375 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $39,369 | $53,753 | -21% | #998 of 1176 | #1150 | $22,166 |
| Biology | — | $52,808 | -8% | #603 of 841 | #783 | — |
| Psychology | $32,855 | $49,826 | -2% | #522 of 1027 | #913 | $22,700 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $35,293 | $47,162 | -15% | #177 of 207 | #203 | $24,492 |
| Sociology | $38,631 | $44,136 | -16% | #401 of 462 | #452 | $25,027 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | $18,675 | $42,983 | -11% | #31 of 43 | #41 | $25,000 |
| English Language and Literature | $29,677 | $39,955 | -18% | #504 of 576 | #568 | $25,000 |
| Education | $39,375 | — | — | — | — | $21,700 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $267,859
- Avg rent near campus: $1,525/mo — vs ~$911/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01247 (4.4% cap, North Adams)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,030 | $9,975 |
| Room | $8,200 | |
| Board | $6,324 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $29,668 | $38,343 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $14,440 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $16,990 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $15,698 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $19,147 |
| $110,001+ | $23,800 |
Programs & Career Paths
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Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology