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Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
NORTH ADAMS, MA . 4 Year 3.2
#2200 in Best Colleges in America
375 CHURCH ST NORTH ADAMS, MA 01247

Overview

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) is a public, residential, liberal arts college located in North Adams, Massachusetts. Offering both undergraduate and graduate programs, MCLA provides a diverse, inclusive educational environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and community engagement. Known for its small class sizes and student-faculty ratio, MCLA ensures a personalized and interactive learning experience. It offers a broad range of disciplines, including arts management, environmental studies, business administration, and education. The college is committed to experiential learning, providing opportunities for internships, research, and study abroad. MCLA places a strong emphasis on leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Rankings

  • 251

    #251 in Best Colleges for English in America

  • 2200

    #2200 in Best Colleges in America

  • 749

    #749 in Safest College Campuses in America

  • Best Colleges for English in America 251 of 901
  • Safest College Campuses in America 749 of 1,306

Academics

  • C+Academics
  • B Value
  • BDiversity
  • CCampus
  • CAthletics
  • B Party Scene
  • B Professors
  • B Location
  • B Dorms
  • C Campus Food
  • CStudent Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Business
    39 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    35 Graduates
  • English
    30 Graduates
  • Psychology
    23 Graduates
  • Information Science
    18 Graduates
  • Sociology
    15 Graduates
  • Health Service Preparatory Studies
    14 Graduates
  • Visual and Performing Arts
    14 Graduates
  • History
    13 Graduates
  • Biology
    12 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 91%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $0
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    960-1180
  • ACT Range
    17-21
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,496
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    58%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    759 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    111
  • Undergrads Over 25
    13%
  • Pell Grant
    46%
  • Varsity Athletes
    21%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)

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