MASSACHUSETTS COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS

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Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a small town (in North Adams, MA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

375 Church St
North Adams, MA 01247-4100
Main Phone: (413) 662-5000
Web Site: www.mcla.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,363 (full-time equivalent) students. 96.4% of students attend full-time, while 3.6% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 111 male students and 168 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 39.8% of the student body, while females made up 60.2%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (2)%, and Asian (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 71% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 470. One quarter of students scored at least 585.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 450 or higher. One fourth of students scored 555 or higher.

Degree Levels

Certificate, < 1 year
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Business Administration

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

General Education

English Language And Literature

General English Language

History And Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Studies

Other Interdisciplinary Studies

Life Sciences

Biology

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Fine Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Philosophy

Physical Sciences

Psychology

General Psychology

School Accreditation

Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts is accredited regionally by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NEASCHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Massachusetts State College Athletic Association (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 12,506
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 6,297
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 21,451

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.
Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.
A college preparatory program is neither required nor recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is neither required nor recommended.

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