Cheapest Engineering Colleges in Massachusetts

Eastern Nazarene College offers engineering education for just $17,733 net cost, making it the most affordable option among Massachusetts engineering programs by over $2,800. While Franklin W Olin College graduates earn $75,706 annually, the state's engineering market spans from specialized maritime programs at Massachusetts Maritime Academy to the elite tech corridors of Boston where graduates feed into biotechnology companies and defense contractors. The 92% graduation rate at Olin contrasts sharply with the 35% rate at Eastern Nazarene, reflecting the wide spectrum of educational approaches across the state's 9 engineering programs.

Programs

$17,733 – $39,324

Net Price Range

$75,706

Avg. Program Earnings

75.3%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Engineering, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Eastern Nazarene College Quincy, Massachusetts	$17,733	$28,610	35.3%	61.9%
2	Franklin W Olin College of Engineering Needham, Massachusetts	$20,575	$64,458	92.2%	19.1%
3	Smith College Northampton, Massachusetts	$26,181	$61,568	89.7%	22.9%
4	Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts	$26,661	$10,816	79.1%	89.4%
5	Boston University Boston, Massachusetts	$26,996	$65,168	90.0%	14.4%
6	Wentworth Institute of Technology Boston, Massachusetts	$34,170	$41,010	68.6%	92.3%
7	Tufts University Medford, Massachusetts	$35,435	$67,844	93.3%	9.7%
8	Bard College at Simon's Rock Great Barrington, Massachusetts	$36,684	$66,594	54.2%	95.5%
9	Endicott College Beverly, Massachusetts	$39,324	$39,212	75.4%	73.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $21,591 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Eastern Nazarene College's $17,733 net cost reflects generous aid packages that bring down the actual expense significantly. Endicott College at $39,324 represents the higher end where private institutions with lower aid offerings create steeper costs for students.

How do graduation rates vary among Massachusetts engineering schools?

Franklin W Olin College leads with a 92% graduation rate, while Eastern Nazarene sits at 35%. The gap reflects different student preparation levels and institutional resources, with elite schools like Tufts at 93% compared to more accessible programs.

Is there a connection between acceptance rates and program quality in Massachusetts engineering?

Tufts accepts only 9.69% of applicants while maintaining a 93% graduation rate, suggesting highly selective admissions correlate with student success. Conversely, Wentworth Institute accepts 92% of applicants but graduates 68% of students, showing different educational philosophies.

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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.