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Cheapest Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis Colleges in Massachusetts

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Harvard's Cultural Studies program carries a net price of just $16,816, making it the most affordable option among Massachusetts schools despite its $59,076 sticker price. This reflects how top-tier financial aid can dramatically reduce costs for qualifying students. The state's concentration of museums, media companies, and cultural institutions around Boston creates strong internship and career pathways for graduates analyzing contemporary culture and critical theory.
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Programs
$16,816 – $36,684
Net Price Range
77.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $16,816 $59,076 97.3% 3.2%
2 $25,810 $56,630 57.2% 68.9%
3 $29,562 $64,142 85.0% 39.8%
4 $35,435 $67,844 93.3% 9.7%
5 $36,684 $66,594 54.2% 95.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Harvard's net price compare to other Cultural Studies programs in Massachusetts?

Harvard's $16,816 net price sits nearly $9,000 below the next cheapest option at Hampshire College ($25,810). This massive difference stems from Harvard's generous financial aid packages, which often eliminate tuition entirely for families earning under certain income thresholds.

What explains the wide graduation rate gap between schools on this list?

Graduation rates vary dramatically from Hampshire's 57.2% to Harvard's 97.3%. Bard College at Simon's Rock shows a 54.2% rate, partly reflecting its unique early college model where students begin at age 16. Mount Holyoke maintains an 85% rate among these specialized liberal arts programs.

Does acceptance rate correlate with program affordability in Massachusetts?

The data shows an inverse relationship between selectivity and net cost. Harvard accepts just 3.24% of applicants but offers the lowest net price, while Bard College at Simon's Rock accepts 95.45% but charges $36,684 net. Tufts falls in the middle with 9.69% acceptance and $35,435 net cost.

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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.