Cheapest Social Sciences Colleges in Massachusetts

Williams College offers the most affordable Social Sciences, Other program in Massachusetts at just $14,852 net cost, despite its $64,860 sticker price. The earnings gap between programs spans dramatically from $16,663 to $68,219, reflecting how Massachusetts social science graduates enter fields ranging from nonprofit work to Boston's booming consulting and policy sectors. Nine schools provide this specialized major across the state, with acceptance rates varying from Williams' ultra-selective 8.5% to Bard College at Simon's Rock's open 95.45%.

Programs

$14,852 – $43,273

Net Price Range

$41,857

Avg. Program Earnings

79.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Social Sciences, Other Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Williams College Williamstown, Massachusetts	$14,852	$64,860	96.6%	8.5%
2	University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, Massachusetts	$23,691	$17,357	83.2%	63.5%
3	Boston University Boston, Massachusetts	$26,996	$65,168	90.0%	14.4%
4	Clark University Worcester, Massachusetts	$27,711	$55,160	77.1%	50.3%
5	Curry College Milton, Massachusetts	$29,504	$46,220	48.3%	87.5%
6	Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, Massachusetts	$29,562	$64,142	85.0%	39.8%
7	Northeastern University Boston, Massachusetts	$32,116	$63,141	90.4%	6.8%
8	Bard College at Simon's Rock Great Barrington, Massachusetts	$36,684	$66,594	54.2%	95.5%
9	Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, Massachusetts	$43,273	$59,070	88.4%	57.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains Williams College's low net cost despite its high sticker price?

Williams meets 100% of demonstrated financial need, bringing the actual cost down to $14,852 for many students despite the $64,860 published tuition. The college's substantial endowment allows for generous aid packages that make it more affordable than many state schools for qualifying families.

How much do earnings vary between Social Sciences, Other programs in Massachusetts?

Graduate earnings range from $16,663 at UMass Amherst to $68,219 at Williams College, a difference of over $50,000. This reflects career paths from social work and education to consulting and policy roles in Boston's government and business sectors.

Is the University of Massachusetts-Amherst a good value despite lower earnings?

UMass Amherst charges just $17,357 for in-state tuition with an 83.2% graduation rate and 63.52% acceptance rate. The lower earnings often reflect graduates choosing public service careers where loan forgiveness programs can offset the financial difference.

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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.