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Cheapest Graphic Communications Colleges in Massachusetts

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

Hampshire College offers Massachusetts' most affordable Graphic Communications program at $25,810 net cost, nearly $21,000 less than Emerson College's $46,766 price tag. This substantial gap exists among just six programs statewide, with all options being private institutions. Boston's thriving advertising and media sectors provide strong internship networks, while Northeastern achieves a remarkable 90.4% graduation rate despite its selective 6.8% acceptance rate.
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Programs
$25,810 – $46,766
Net Price Range
68.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Graphic Communications Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $25,810 $56,630 57.2% 68.9%
2 $30,031 $45,380 59.8% 86.8%
3 $31,805 $32,780 61.7% 86.2%
4 $32,116 $63,141 90.4% 6.8%
5 $34,725 $39,000 61.5%
6 $46,766 $55,392 79.3% 42.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Hampshire College's program so much cheaper than other options?

Hampshire College's $25,810 net cost reflects its alternative education model and generous financial aid packages. The college's experimental approach to learning keeps overhead lower than traditional universities, resulting in savings that get passed to students through need-based aid.

How selective are Massachusetts Graphic Communications programs?

Acceptance rates vary dramatically from Northeastern's highly selective 6.8% to Suffolk University's accessible 86.79%. Lesley University and Suffolk both accept over 86% of applicants, making them reliable options for students seeking guaranteed admission to quality programs.

Does paying more guarantee better graduation outcomes?

Northeastern justifies its higher costs with a 90.4% graduation rate, significantly above the state average. However, mid-priced options like Lesley University achieve solid 61.7% graduation rates at $31,805 net cost, proving expensive doesn't always mean better results.

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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.