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Physiology programs in Massachusetts span a remarkable $22,467 cost range, from Fitchburg State's $15,432 net price to Merrimack College's $37,899. This gap reflects the state's mix of accessible public options and private institutions targeting the booming biotech corridor around Boston. UMass-Amherst graduates earn $27,334 annually despite the program's relatively low cost, while the state's concentration of pharmaceutical companies and research hospitals creates strong demand for pathology specialists.
7
Programs
$15,432 – $37,899
Net Price Range
$31,775
Avg. Program Earnings
69.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $15,432 $11,046 52.7% 86.1%
2 $23,691 $17,357 83.2% 63.5%
3 $24,817 $28,100 67.6% 91.8%
4 $25,810 $56,630 57.2% 68.9%
5 $26,996 $65,168 90.0% 14.4%
6 $31,569 $46,686 65.8% 79.7%
7 $37,899 $51,786 72.1% 74.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Fitchburg State University such an affordable option for physiology students?

Fitchburg State offers the lowest net price at $15,432 with an 86% acceptance rate, making it accessible for most applicants. The public university structure keeps costs down while maintaining decent graduation rates at 53%, though this trails significantly behind more expensive options like Boston University's 90% graduation rate.

How do earnings compare between the most and least expensive programs?

Merrimack College graduates earn $35,600 annually despite paying $37,899 in net costs, while UMass-Amherst graduates earn $27,334 after paying just $23,691. This suggests that higher-priced private programs may offer better networking and career placement, though the return on investment varies significantly.

Does Boston University justify its selective 14% acceptance rate for physiology programs?

Boston University maintains the highest graduation rate at 90% while charging $26,996 net price, positioning itself between budget and premium options. The extremely low acceptance rate reflects strong competition for spots in a program located in one of the nation's top biomedical research centers.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.