Massachusetts College of Art and DesignMassachusetts College of Art and Design
Boston, MA · Northeast
- Acceptance rate
- 76.3%
- Cost after aid
- $24,100
- Graduation rate
- 69%
About Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Massachusetts College of Art and Design is a very small public university in Boston, MA, in a city setting.
What Massachusetts College of Art and Design looks for
Massachusetts College of Art and Design admits the majority of applicants who meet its baseline academic profile. For most students applying here, the work is in writing applications that reflect real fit rather than treating the application as a checklist. Demonstrated interest matters more here than at the most selective schools. Visiting, attending an info session, and asking real questions of admissions all move the needle.
Frequently asked
What is the acceptance rate at Massachusetts College of Art and Design?
Massachusetts College of Art and Design admits roughly 76% of applicants. An acceptance rate above 40% means a strong application can land here without high-end stats.
What does Massachusetts College of Art and Design actually cost after financial aid?
Average net cost (after institutional aid) is about $24,100 per year. Net cost varies enormously by family income; run the school's net price calculator for an estimate that reflects your situation.
Is Massachusetts College of Art and Design a reach, match, or safety for me?
Compare your stats to the middle 50% above. If you are at or below the 25th percentile, treat Massachusetts College of Art and Design as a reach. If you are in the middle 50%, it is a match. Above the 75th percentile and the school accepts above 25% overall, it is closer to a safety. Selectivity below 20% should be treated as a reach for everyone, period.
