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Cheapest Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians Colleges in Massachusetts

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

Mechanical engineering technology programs in Massachusetts reveal stark cost differences, with Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology offering the lowest net price at $16,172 while Northeastern University charges $32,116. The state's dense concentration of advanced manufacturing companies, from aerospace firms like Raytheon to medical device makers, creates steady demand for hands-on technicians who bridge engineering theory with practical application. Despite varying costs, earnings potential remains consistent at around $62,632 across institutions.
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Programs
$16,172 – $34,170
Net Price Range
$62,632
Avg. Program Earnings
68.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $16,172 $18,906 47.2%
2 $18,627 $16,570 70.1% 86.0%
3 $31,170 $46,430 63.9% 88.0%
4 $32,116 $63,141 90.4% 6.8%
5 $34,170 $41,010 68.6% 92.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute the most affordable option?

Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute offers the lowest net price at $16,172, though its 47.20% graduation rate trails significantly behind other programs. The school focuses specifically on technical education without the broader university overhead costs that drive up expenses at larger institutions.

How do public versus private costs compare for this major?

UMass Lowell represents the sole public option with an in-state tuition of $16,570 and net price of $18,627. Private institutions range dramatically from Benjamin Franklin Cummings at $16,172 to Northeastern at $32,116, showing that institutional type alone doesn't determine affordability.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Massachusetts?

Northeastern commands the highest net price at $32,116 but also delivers a 90.40% graduation rate, while the most affordable option at Benjamin Franklin Cummings shows only 47.20%. UMass Lowell balances both factors with moderate costs and a solid 70.10% graduation rate.

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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.