Colleges in Massachusetts

Whether you know Massachusetts as “The Pilgrim State,” “The Old Colony State,” or as “The Baked Bean State,” it’s embedded in American history as the location of the first colony in New England. Massachusetts is also home to the oldest institution of higher education in the US, Harvard University, which was founded in 1636. Despite being one of the smallest states in the US, there are more than 80 colleges in Massachusetts, largely public or private not-for-profit institutions. This New England state has cold winters and warm summers, and its primary industries are Life Sciences, Finance, Information Technology, and Manufacturing. Top attractions are Martha’s Vineyard, the Freedom Trail, and Cape Cod.

Milton, MA

Founded in 1879, Curry College is a private institution based in Milton, Massachusetts. The school operates a main campus near a state park in Norfolk county and a satellite campus in Plymouth. All students must take a General Education curriculum...

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I transfered to Curry College last semester and loved that it was a small school and the professors were very helpful with anything you needed. Curry has a great campaus and very small class sizes which is very easy to learn from. Also since the...

” – Joseph from Canton, MA

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1034

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80%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$27,739

average net price

2,242

number of students

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Cambridge College

Boston, MA

Cambridge College is a private, not-for-profit institution located in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on adult learners. CC offers most classes in the evening and on weekends at any of their five campuses, as well as hybrid courses that can be...

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Love this college. The classes are catered to adults with jobs and most have children. The teachers understand this.

” – peggy from Jamaica Plain, MA

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64%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$26,993

average net price

2,451

number of students

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Fisher College

Boston, MA

With campus a short walk from the Boston Public Garden, Fisher College is a 4-year private school in Boston. Fisher confers undergraduate degrees in over 20 academic majors and 15 minors, as well as graduate degrees. Additionally, Fisher is home to a...

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I am an international student at Fisher college and all of my teachers that i had by far were great. I am majoring in business and this is a really good place to consider in boston if you want to get an associates degree first. Small school size and...

” – Dmitry

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72%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$25,227

average net price

1,367

number of students

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Westfield State University

Westfield, MA

Founded in 1838 by educational activist and politician Horace Mann, Westfield State University is a 4-year public school in south western Massachusetts. Westfield State is noteworthy for being the first co-educational college to admit students of all...

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The classes are challenging and interesting. I do not feel over-whelmed at all. The classes in my major (Criminal Justice) are the most interesting. They are so fun to attend that it makes learing easy!

” – Kelsey from Templeton, MA

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1066

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92%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$19,167

average net price

5,395

number of students

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Worcester State University

Worcester, MA

Founded in 1874, Worcester State University is a liberal arts and sciences institution situated in Worcester, Massachusetts. The campus includes wooded areas and wetlands. Worcester offers curriculum oriented around a teamwork and problem solving...

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worcester state university offers a great education for a great price. college is very expensive and its nice to know i wont be even close to $100,000 in debt upon graduation (especially since i want to obtain a masters degree later on). commuting...

” – Kayla from Grafton, MA

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89%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$19,492

average net price

5,417

number of students

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Western New England University

Springfield, MA

Originally founded as a satellite campus of Northeastern University, Western New England University is a 4-year private school in south central Massachusetts. Western New England confers bachelor’s degrees in over 45 academic majors and also houses...

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Not only is the campus beautiful, but the students and faculty are welcoming and very friendly. It is a great school, very safe, and gives all students the opportunity to get involved. Professors and coaches are helpful and extremely inviting.

” – Alona from Fair Lawn, NJ

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1160

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90%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$30,079

average net price

3,635

number of students

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Bunker Hill Community College

Boston, MA

Bunker Hill Community College is a public, 2-year institution established in Boston, Massachusetts. The college offers courses at all hours, including daytime, afternoon, early-evening, late-evening, midnight, and weekends, with fully-online options...

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Bunker Hill Community College is not only diverse, but the atmosphere over here is great. The school provides it's students with many great opportunities and with the help of the great staff.

” – Tashi from Malden, MA

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$7,867

average net price

9,290

number of students

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Elms College

Chicopee, MA

Elms College is a 4-year liberal arts institution located in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield, MA, Elms is a Catholic college and offers mass Monday through Thursday, as well as missions trips, programs...

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Elms College is best described as a friendly, tight knit family. Being a smaller college, students quickly become familiar and comfortable with their professors and fellow students. With a diverse population of students, a beautiful campus, and...

” – Rachel from Ellington, CT

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1053

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68%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$17,158

average net price

1,379

number of students

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University of Massachusetts-Lowell

Lowell, MA

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is the second largest public university in the state and maintains six colleges that collectively offer more than 120 majors. Programs at UMass Lowell span and interconnect the disciplines of business, education...

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UMass Lowell won't just teach you about writing, math, and science- it takes you beyond to learn about yourself. One must learn to manage time well with so many campus activities. The school also has a great amount of diversity, which helps students...

” – Jessica from Bradford, MA

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1265

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85%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$19,147

average net price

17,597

number of students

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Wheelock College

Boston, MA

Originally founded as Miss Wheelock’s Kindergarten Training School, Boston University Wheelock is a college of education affiliated with Boston University. BU Wheelock confers bachelor’s degrees in 10 educational fields of study. Additionally, BU...

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The classes are all really interesting and the professors know a lot and are great.

” – Nicholas from Waterford, ME

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879

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77%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$27,453

average net price

890

number of students

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Framingham State University

Framingham, MA

Founded in 1839, Framingham State University is a public institution based in Framingham, Massachusetts. Framingham operates the Center for Social Research, the Christa Corrigan McAuliffe Center for Education and Teaching Excellence, and the John C...

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The professors here are great. They are extremely willing to help you out if you ever need help. They want you to succeed, and they will do anything they can if you just ask.

” – Lauren from Wrentham, MA

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1048

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84%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$20,001

average net price

4,495

number of students

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Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg, MA

Fitchburg State University is a public Massachusetts institution founded in 1894. It has a “selective” admissions process and provides a liberal arts and sciences curriculum integrated with professional programs. The most popular majors are exercise...

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Classes are small and the professors are nice and really care about your success!

” – Nicole from Salisbury, MA

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1072

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85%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$16,001

average net price

6,674

number of students

Colleges in Massachusetts

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