5 Cognitive Science Programs
| # | School | Net Price | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Boston, Massachusetts
|
$18,282 | $15,496 | 51.1% | 80.8% |
| 2 |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, Massachusetts
|
$19,813 | $60,156 | 96.1% | 4.0% |
| 3 |
Hampshire College
Amherst, Massachusetts
|
$25,810 | $56,630 | 57.2% | 68.9% |
| 4 |
Simmons University
Boston, Massachusetts
|
$27,313 | $45,538 | 71.2% | 76.5% |
| 5 |
Tufts University
Medford, Massachusetts
|
$35,435 | $67,844 | 93.3% | 9.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does MIT's cognitive science program cost less than many private colleges?
MIT's generous financial aid reduces the net price to $19,813 for the average student, despite charging $60,156 in tuition and fees. The institute meets 100% of demonstrated financial need, making it more affordable than Hampshire College at $25,810 or Simmons University at $27,313.
What explains the 45-point graduation rate gap between top and bottom programs?
MIT graduates 96.1% of cognitive science students compared to UMass Boston's 51.1% rate, reflecting different student populations and support systems. Tufts follows closely at 93.3%, while Hampshire College and Simmons fall between 57.2% and 71.2%.
Where do cognitive science graduates typically work in Massachusetts?
The biotech corridor around Cambridge and Boston employs many graduates in research roles, with average earnings ranging from $37,208 to $39,369. Companies like Biogen, Moderna, and numerous startups value cognitive science backgrounds for user experience research and computational neuroscience applications.
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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.