Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

Apply for first-year Apply for transfer

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

Apply for first-year Apply for transfer

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Academic Programs

Art & Design
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Communication
Computer Science
Economics
Education
English
Environmental Studies
Finance/Accounting
Government/Political Science
Health Science
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts
Music
Nursing
Performing Arts
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Public health
Rad Tech
Research
Science
Social Science
Sociology
Technology
Visual Arts

Student experience

Athletics
Co-op/Internship Opportunities
Disability Services
Diversity/Social Justice
Honors Program
Intramural/Club Sports
LGBTQIA Services
Military/Veteran Services
On-Campus Housing
Outdoor Recreation
Study Abroad
Undergraduate Research

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

As a first year applicant, MCLA evaluates you for admission based on high school academic performance, strength of curriculum, and a personal essay in accordance with guidelines established by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education (DHE).

Transfer

MCLA welcomes students who choose to complete their bachelor's degree after attending a community college, as well as those who may have changed their plans and wish to transfer to MCLA from a four-year institution. If you have earned 12 or more transferable college-level credits at an accredited college or university, you should apply for admission as a transfer applicant.