There are 107 accredited colleges and universities in Massachusetts. They admit an average of 63% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $24,258 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Massachusetts. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Massachusetts with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex Community College | Bedford, MA | $2,624 |
| Bristol Community College | Fall River, MA | $5,547 |
| Springfield Technical Community College | Springfield, MA | $5,662 |
| Northern Essex Community College | Haverhill, MA | $6,046 |
| Urban College of Boston | Boston, MA | $6,957 |
| Massachusetts Bay Community College | Wellesley Hills, MA | $7,169 |
| Greenfield Community College | Greenfield, MA | $7,679 |
| Bunker Hill Community College | Boston, MA | $7,818 |
| Mount Wachusett Community College | Gardner, MA | $7,931 |
| Holyoke Community College | Holyoke, MA | $8,068 |
| Cape Cod Community College | West Barnstable, MA | $8,296 |
| Massasoit Community College | Brockton, MA | $8,460 |
Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →
There are 107 accredited colleges and universities in Massachusetts in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 63% of applicants and cost about $24,258 per year after aid.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is the highest nationally ranked university in Massachusetts. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 107 Massachusetts colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Massachusetts is about $24,258 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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