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Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts

North Adams, Massachusetts

1,050 Students on Campus
North Adams Location
12,492 Metro Population
1,050 Students on Campus
North Adams Location
12,492 Metro Population

About This Campus

A small liberal arts college in New England experience at a fraction of the price! We are in the heart of the arts scene, and are a destination for outdoors enthusiasts. Join us for the annual hike up Mt. Greylock amidst the striking fall foliage, walk to Windsor Lake for a picnic, or take in a new exhibit and concert at MassMoCA. Our modern Center for Science & Innovation is packed with state-of-the-art instrumentation, and our new Capagna Kleefeld Center for Creativity in the Arts is currently being constructed.

A National Top Ten Public Liberal Arts College (U.S. News and World Report)

55 Clubs and Organizations

Dynamic civic learning and community service programs

Location Information

North Adams is a small but vibrant town nestled in the northern Berkshire mountains. The exciting MassMoCA is one mile away, with modern, thought-provoking art exhibits and a great concert scene-- including the Solid Sounds and Fresh Grass festivals. The renowned Clark museum and Williamstown Theatre Festival are a few minutes' drive. Outdoor recreation also just a few minutes' drive away include Mr. Greylock (the tallest mountain in MA), Greylock Glen, Natural Bridge State Park, the Appalachian Trail, and Jiminy Peak. We are close to several cities, including: Pittsfield (~30-minute drive), Albany, NY (~1 hour drive), Northampton (~1 hour drive), Boston (~2 1/2 hour drive), and New York City (~3 1/2 hour drive).

Academics

TERM DATES:

Fall Start Date: 10/01/2024 - Fall End Date: 10/01/2024

Spring Start Date: 10/01/2024 - Spring End Date: 10/01/2024

RESTRICTED/LIMITED PROGRAMS:

Health Sciences/Radiologic Technology/Radiologic Sciences; Education

OPTIONS:

Honors Access:

UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:

Conditions

GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
  • Full Year Exchange: Accepted
  • Single Term Exchange: Accepted
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
  • Receive from Canada: Will Accept Home Pay
  • Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)?
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
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  • Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - No
  • Accept Canadian students on J1 visa or F1 visa? -

Tuition/Finance

Figures per Semester are current as of 10/01/2024
TUITION:
  • Campus Budget
  • Fees are subject to change without notice
  • Home Tuition Payment: Available
  • Away Tuition Payment: Not Available
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
  • Home Payment: 18
MISCELLANEOUS FEES:
Purpose
Amount
Period
Plan
Status
Parking Fee
$100
Term
Home
Optional

Canadian students may incur additional fees relating to their student visa and services provided by the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) office.

Financial Aid for NSE Students. Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Room/Meals

Figures per Semester are current as of 10/01/2024
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
  • Is on-campus housing available? Yes
  • Is on-campus living required? Yes
  • Number of reserved housing spaces:
  • Average Room Cost (per term): $5201
  • On-Campus Housing
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
MEAL PLANS:
  • Are meal plans available on campus? Yes
  • Is a meal plan purchase required for on-campus, non-apartment residence halls? Yes
  • Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $3367
  • Campus Meal Plans
Fees are subject to change without notice.

Chance of Acceptance

Priority Placements for Academic Year 26/27

If this is your top choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

Away Tuition Payment Plan

N/A

This campus is not accepting students on this tuition payment plan.

If this is your alternate choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

Away Tuition Payment Plan

N/A

This campus is not accepting students on this tuition payment plan.

Resources

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