Colleges in Massachusetts
71 colleges and universities in Massachusetts
Total Schools
71
Avg Acceptance Rate
62.7%
Avg SAT Score
1319
Public / Private
13 / 58
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Top Massachusetts Colleges by Acceptance Rate
Most selective schools in Massachusetts — click any school for full admissions data
| School | Acceptance Rate | SAT Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University acceptance rate | 3.45% | 1553 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology acceptance rate | 4.74% | 1553 |
| Northeastern University acceptance rate | 5.65% | 1505 |
| Amherst College acceptance rate | 9.82% | 1494 |
| Williams College acceptance rate | 9.99% | 1527 |
| Tufts University acceptance rate | 10.13% | 1513 |
| Boston University acceptance rate | 10.85% | 1473 |
| Wellesley College acceptance rate | 13.91% | 1513 |
| Boston College acceptance rate | 15.65% | 1501 |
| Smith College acceptance rate | 19.73% | 1480 |
| Babson College acceptance rate | 19.74% | 1435 |
| College of the Holy Cross acceptance rate | 21.10% | 1354 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering acceptance rate | 21.66% | 1540 |
| Brandeis University acceptance rate | 35.31% | 1473 |
| Mount Holyoke College acceptance rate | 38.29% | 1422 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many colleges are in Massachusetts?
- There are 71 colleges and universities in Massachusetts, including 13 public and 58 private institutions.
- What is the average acceptance rate for Massachusetts colleges?
- The average acceptance rate for colleges in Massachusetts is 62.7%.
- What is the average SAT score for Massachusetts colleges?
- The average SAT score across colleges in Massachusetts is 1319.
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