North Adams, MA · North Dartmouth, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts | University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 92.4% | 92.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $11,884 | $15,208 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $20,559 | $31,750 |
| Average Net Price | $17,705 | $20,696 |
| Graduation Rate | 49.0% | 49.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts accepts 92.4% of applicants; University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 92.2%. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts's in-state tuition is $11,884. University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth's is $15,208. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 49% at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, 49% at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. It accepts 92.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, on average. After aid, students pay $17,705/year versus $20,696/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is at 49%; University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is at 49%.
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.