Cheapest Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Colleges in Massachusetts

MIT delivers the most surprising value in Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods across Massachusetts, with a net price of just $19,813 despite its $60,156 sticker price. This creates an unusual pricing market where the world's top engineering school costs less out-of-pocket than most private colleges on this list. The state's concentration of biotech and consulting firms around Cambridge and Boston creates strong demand for quantitative analysts, with Bentley University graduates earning $79,653 annually. Public options like Bridgewater State at $17,970 provide the lowest entry point into this field that combines statistical modeling with business strategy.

Programs

$17,970 – $39,866

Net Price Range

$46,986

Avg. Program Earnings

69.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, Massachusetts	$17,970	$11,389	54.6%	87.7%
2	Salem State University Salem, Massachusetts	$18,441	$11,978	55.0%	92.7%
3	Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, Massachusetts	$19,813	$60,156	96.1%	4.0%
4	Lasell University Newton, Massachusetts	$24,944	$26,000	53.2%	73.2%
5	American International College Springfield, Massachusetts	$25,299	$42,970	42.3%	89.4%
6	Clark University Worcester, Massachusetts	$27,711	$55,160	77.1%	50.3%
7	Assumption University Worcester, Massachusetts	$28,853	$49,414	74.6%	82.3%
8	Stonehill College Easton, Massachusetts	$29,969	$54,500	80.8%	73.4%
9	Suffolk University Boston, Massachusetts	$30,031	$45,380	59.8%	86.8%
10	Western New England University Springfield, Massachusetts	$31,170	$46,430	63.9%	88.0%
11	Bentley University Waltham, Massachusetts	$38,787	$58,150	88.2%	57.9%
12	Boston College Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts	$39,866	$67,680	91.0%	16.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

How does MIT cost less than other private schools for this program?

MIT's generous financial aid reduces the net price to $19,813, making it cheaper than 8 other private colleges on this list. Schools like Bentley University and Boston College cost $38,787 and $39,866 respectively after aid.

What salary differences exist between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Bentley University graduates earn $79,653 annually while American International College graduates earn $26,353. This $53,300 gap shows how institutional reputation and alumni networks impact earning potential in quantitative fields.

Is the graduation rate gap significant between public and private schools?

Public universities like Bridgewater State and Salem State graduate around 55% of students in this major. Private colleges like MIT and Boston College achieve 96% and 91% graduation rates respectively.

Does admission difficulty correlate with post-graduation earnings?

MIT accepts just 3.96% of applicants and leads to high-paying careers, while American International College accepts 89.36% but shows the lowest earnings at $26,353. Selectivity often reflects program rigor and industry connections.

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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.