by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a MCAD degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how MCAD measures up.
Among the majors MCAD offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Printmaking | #17 of 33 |
| Illustration | #19 of 59 |
| Painting | #24 of 40 |
| Sculpture | #25 of 42 |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics & Special Effects | #34 of 65 |
| Graphic Communications | #45 of 76 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #45 of 76 |
| Communications Technologies & Support | #62 of 100 |
| Photography / Film Studies | #127 of 205 |
| Graphic Design | #130 of 199 |
College Factual did not have enough data to determine a value ranking for MCAD this year.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at MCAD costs about $30,227. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $120,906 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $59,987 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $29,926 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $30,227 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $120,906 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about MCAD net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at MCAD shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $20,912 |
| $30K–$48K | $20,630 |
| $48K–$75K | $22,690 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,900 |
| Over $110K | $31,859 |
About 99% of MCAD undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,086 per year. Get more details on the MCAD financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing a school’s average total cost to other schools of a similar quality. Unfortunately we did not have enough data to determine the value of MCAD. See the net price page for more information.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.