Massachusetts College of Art and Design

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  • 4 Year
  • Boston, MA
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Overview

Total enrollment

1,989
Massachusetts College of Art and Design overview
Massachusetts College of Art and Design overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), located in Boston's Fenway neighborhood, is a public arts college established in 1873 as the first free-standing public art school in the United States. The urban campus consists of several interconnected buildings, including the distinctive Design and Media Center that opened in 2016, and the 21-story Tower Building which serves as the main residence hall. MassArt offers specialized programs in fine arts, design, art education, and art history, with particular strengths in illustration, industrial design, and fashion design. The college maintains selective admission standards and evaluates applicants through both academic credentials and portfolio reviews. Students have access to professional-grade studios, workshops, and galleries, while benefiting from the institution's close proximity to Boston's museums and cultural institutions.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

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Massachusetts College of Art and Design admission standards
  • GPA 3.53

Acceptance Rate

76.3%
Massachusetts College of Art and Design applications overview
  • Applications Due Feb 1, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 17.3%
  • Application Fee $70

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Annual Cost to Attend

Massachusetts Resident Tuition

$15,400

Out of State Resident Tuition

$43,400

Breakdown

In State Costs for Massachusetts College of Art and Design
  • Tuition $15,400
  • Books and Supplies $2,000
  • Other Fees $14,370
  • Room and Board $19,412
  • Budget for Other Expenses $2,108
  • Total One Year Cost $53,290

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$38,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

68% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Massachusetts College of Art and Design are Visual and Performing Arts, Education, and Architecture. 89% of students major in Visual and Performing Arts, 8% in Education, and 3% in Architecture.

  • Visual and Performing Arts 89%
  • Education 8%
  • Architecture 3%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166674.

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Last updated: August 2026