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The most selective Classical and Ancient Studies programs in Massachusetts deliver the lowest net costs, with Wellesley College charging just $25,008 despite accepting only 13.57% of applicants. This pattern reflects the strong endowments at elite Massachusetts institutions, where generous financial aid packages make ancient language study accessible. Boston's museum sector and nearby archaeological research centers create unique internship opportunities for students studying Greek and Latin texts.
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Programs
$25,008 – $30,934
Net Price Range
79.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Classical and Ancient Studies Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $25,008 $64,320 91.2% 13.6%
2 $25,810 $56,630 57.2% 68.9%
3 $26,996 $65,168 90.0% 14.4%
4 $29,562 $64,142 85.0% 39.8%
5 $30,934 $62,080 75.7% 79.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $5,926 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Wellesley College offers the lowest net price at $25,008 through substantial endowment funding, while Wheaton College costs $30,934 with less financial aid available. The most selective schools like Wellesley and Boston University typically provide better aid packages than colleges with higher acceptance rates.

How do graduation rates vary among these Classical Studies programs?

Wellesley leads with a 91.20% graduation rate, followed closely by Boston University at 90%. Hampshire College shows the lowest completion rate at 57.20%, reflecting its alternative academic structure and self-directed learning approach.

Does admission difficulty correlate with program affordability in Massachusetts?

The three most selective programs charge the least, with acceptance rates below 15% at Wellesley, Boston University, and their net costs under $27,000. Wheaton College accepts 79.48% of applicants but costs over $30,000 after aid.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.