2025 Most Expensive Massachusetts Public Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 12 four-year public Massachusetts colleges is $25,121, reflecting a 2.19% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 12 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 11 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 1 colleges.

University of Massachusetts-Amherst ranks as the most expensive public Massachusetts colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $40,449. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, University of Massachusetts-Amherst remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are University of Massachusetts-Boston at$38,115 and University of Massachusetts-Lowell at$36,264 both consistently recognized among the Massachusetts Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Massachusetts Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 85.03%, and the average SAT score is 1,235, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Massachusetts Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Massachusetts Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, MAPublic, 4-year $40,449
($17,772)
$1,156		$35,726
($17,410)
$1,006		59.73%31,7261,42083.00%17 to 1
2
-		University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston, MAPublic, 4-year $38,115
($15,898)
$944		$39,352
($20,456)
$946		83.78%15,5751,19049.00%15 to 1
3
-		University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MAPublic, 4-year $36,264
($16,966)
$868		$29,118
($16,434)
$692		83.04%16,5981,28065.00%17 to 1
4
-		University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MAPublic, 4-year $32,567
($15,612)
$817		$30,589
($17,269)
$336		90.64%7,9681,17052.00%16 to 1
5
-		Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay, MAPublic, 4-year $23,722
($11,420)
$188		$19,984
($19,984)
-		94.70%1,488-74.00%13 to 1
6
-		Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts North Adams, MAPublic, 4-year $21,381
($12,436)
$552		$8,181
($8,181)
$328		89.74%896-56.00%8 to 1
7
-		Salem State University Salem, MAPublic, 4-year $19,531
($12,338)
$570		$11,069
($9,360)
$322		95.88%6,230-50.00%12 to 1
8
-		Westfield State University Westfield, MAPublic, 4-year $18,259
($12,179)
$297		$8,676
($8,676)
$414		81.41%4,588-54.00%17 to 1
9
-		Framingham State University Framingham, MAPublic, 4-year $18,000
($11,920)
$290		$13,470
($10,965)
$145		83.61%4,0021,18048.00%12 to 1
10
-		Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MAPublic, 4-year $17,874
($11,734)
$345		$9,297
($9,297)
$256		87.81%9,7271,17053.00%17 to 1
Average$26,616
($13,828)		$20,546
($13,803)		85.03%9,8801,23558.40%14 to 1