North Adams, MA · Salem, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts | Salem State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 89.7% | 95.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $12,436 | $12,338 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $21,381 | $19,531 |
| Average Net Price | $16,544 | $17,541 |
| Graduation Rate | 56.0% | 50.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 896 | 6,230 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 8 | 12 |
GradFax Analysis
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts accepts 89.7% of applicants. Salem State University accepts 95.9%. Tuition is close: $12,436 at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, $12,338 at Salem State University. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts graduates 56% of students in 6 years. Salem State University graduates 50%.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. It accepts 89.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, on average. After aid, students pay $16,544/year versus $17,541/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts: 56% of students finish in 6 years. Salem State University is at 50%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.