by our College Data Analytics TeamIs MWCC worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
MWCC is ranked #661 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A- (top 20% for value). Within Massachusetts, it ranks #15 of 85 for value.
Read the full MWCC value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Mount Wachusett Community College is ranked #74 out of #96 in Massachusetts for quality and #15 out of #85 for Massachusetts value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the MWCC financial aid page to be sure.
Mount Wachusett Community College is ranked #661 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Mount Wachusett Community College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at MWCC costs about $10,269. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $41,076 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $15,724 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $7,931 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $10,269 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $41,076 |
*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 MWCC net price and the factors that affect it.
What MWCC costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a MWCC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $62,896 | — | — |
| All Students | $41,076 | #661 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $31,724 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $62,896 | — | — |
| All Students | $41,076 | #15 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $31,724 | — | — |
*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 MWCC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $5,834 |
| $30K–$48K | $6,156 |
| $48K–$75K | $7,275 |
| $75K–$110K | $11,509 |
| Over $110K | $13,921 |
About 70% of MWCC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,267 per year. Get more details on the MWCC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the MWCC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.