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Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, also referred to as MCLA, is located in North Adams, Massachusetts, United States. It was established in the year 1894 as the North Adams Normal School. Originally, MCLA was a school for training teachers. The campus spreads over more than 100 acres of land. It offers degrees and certificates in various areas of study including computer science, business administration, psychology, environmental studies, and physical education.
MCLA is home to many student clubs and organizations including the African American Studies Club, Christian Fellowship, Gathering Unitarian Universalist for Young Adults, Student Activities Council, Multicultural Student Society, The National Broadcasting Society, and Good Vibes.
Campus Location375 Church St The campus is in a town not far from a more urbanized area. |
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor | 299 | 15 |
| Master | 37 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 27 | 1 |
| < 1 year certificate | 1 | 1 |
Students
Student enrollment was 1,841 in 2007-2008 (1,735 full-time equivalent).
About 39% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 61% of the class.
Undergrads are 69% of enrolled students and graduate students are 31%.
Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Among freshmen students, 97% are full-time and 3% are part-time.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 6,565 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,510 |
| Room | $ 3,876 |
| Board | $ 3,278 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other | $ 1,792 |
Financial Aid: Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
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Schools Similar to Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts
| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary | Bethlehem, PA | 1,989 |
| 2 | Lycoming College | Williamsport, PA | 1,429 |
| 3 | Lake Forest College | Lake Forest, IL | 1,456 |
| 4 | Mary Baldwin College | Staunton, VA | 1,685 |
| 5 | Coe College | Cedar Rapids, IA | 1,316 |
| 6 | Centre College | Danville, KY | 1,189 |
| 7 | University of North Carolina at Asheville | Asheville, NC | 3,701 |
| 8 | Luther College | Decorah, IA | 2,476 |
| 9 | Otterbein College | Westerville, OH | 3,107 |
| 10 | Wagner College | Staten Island, NY | 2,294 |
Admissions (2008-2009)
Applicants Admitted Men 67% Women 74% All 71%
SAT Test Scores:SAT Middle 50% Verbal 460-580 Math 440-540
Faculty
Tenure (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 61 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 22 | |
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 7 |
Housing and Meals
Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts provides on-campus housing for 1,010 of its 1,735 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009). The school requires freshmen to live on campus.
Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 9 meals weekly.
Athletics
The school is in the Massachusetts State College Athletic Association for major sports.
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Highlights
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Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts Highlights
- Many students concentrating in art studies, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- High faculty salary.
Other important characteristics:
- Faculty tenure system.
- Library on-campus.
- Campus housing available.
- Student meal (board) plan.
- Study abroad option.
- Distance learning available.
- Part-time classes available.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2008-2009 in parentheses)
ART STUDIES
- Arts Management
- Visual and Performing Arts
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Business Administration and Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer and Information Sciences
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
- Environmental Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
- Education
LIBERAL ARTS
- English Language and Literature
- General Studies
- History
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Sociology
MATHEMATICS
- Mathematics
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
- Philosophy
SCIENCE
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Physics
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Psychology
Selected Careers of Interest
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- Administrative Services Managers
- Advertising Managers
- Chief Executives
- Credit Analysts
- Editors
- Engineering Managers
- Financial Analysts
- Financial Examiners
- Financial Managers
- Financial Specialists
- General Managers
- Insurance Underwriters
- Loan Counselors
- Loan Officers
- Logisticians
- Management Analysts
- Marketing Managers
- Medical And Public Health Social Workers
- Mental Health And Substance Abuse Social Workers
- Operations Research Analysts
- Purchasing Managers
- Sales Managers
- Substance Abuse And Behavioral Counselors
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