F A S T F A C T S
Location | North Adams
Population | 12,904
Enrollment | 918
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home Payment
Term Dates
Fall | 09/07-12/16
Spring | 01/18-05/08
Location | North Adams
Population | 12,904
Enrollment | 918
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home Payment
Term Dates
Fall | 09/07-12/16
Spring | 01/18-05/08
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MAA National Top Ten Public Liberal Arts College (U.S. News and World Report)
55 Clubs and Organizations
Dynamic civic learning and community service programs
| 2025-2026 Chance of Placement | ||
| Home Pay | | | Open |
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| Home Pay | | | Open |
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Academics
Registration- Campus Catalog
- When will I register? According to class standing
- Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance
Health Sciences/Radiologic Technology/Radiologic Sciences; EducationUnique Academic Programs
- Arts Administration - The program's internship and future employment opportunities are enhanced through MCLA partners in the Berkshires, such as the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASS MoCA)and the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, where MCLA students and graduates actively participate in many aspects of arts administration.
Special Programs
Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE StudentsArt, Biology/Life Science, Business Administration... ++ show all
Conditions
GPA and Other Academic Requirements- General Eligibility Requirements
- No students accepted from NSE members within my own state
- Full-year exchange Accepted
- Single term exchange Accepted
- Not available
- Will not accept
- Will accept Home Payment Pay
Tuition / Finances
Finances
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice.
- Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
- Home Payment: 18
Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
| Purpose | Amount | Period | Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parking Fee | $100 | Semester | Home | Optional |
| Course Fees / Materials | Varies | Semester | Host & Home | Mandatory |
Important Notes: Mandatory health insurance may be waived with proof of current insurance coverage (on-line waiver form). Parking fee only applies to students who are approved to bring a car to campus.
Room / Meals
On-Campus Housing Per Semester
- On-Campus Housing
- Approximate cost: $3650
- Students must live on campus
- Campus Meal Plans
- Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
$2,522 per term with unlimited meals per week with $100 declining balance and $25 Blazer Bucks.
Resources
Campus LinksHealth
| Purpose | Amount | Period | Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $3663 | Year | Home | Mandatory |
Important Notes about Health Insurance
Health insurance can be waived if student is covered by an existing health insurance policy.
Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $0 per year.
Requirements
Comments on Problems or Conditions for Access
Until further notice, students must email a copy of their official COVID-19 vaccination record card to Health Services (healthservices@mcla.edu) before the start of the exchange semester.