2026 Best Value General Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies Schools in Massachusetts

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Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA

For return on investment in general multi-/interdisciplinary studies, no school beat Fitchburg State University this year. Set in the suburb of Fitchburg, Fitchburg State University is a moderately-sized public institution. Students from in state pay about $11,346 in tuition and fees, compared with $17,426 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for general multi-/interdisciplinary studies graduates is $26,000. Early-career general multi-/interdisciplinary studies graduates make about $39,530. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 87%.

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University Of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA

University Of Massachusetts Amherst came in at #2 on our 2026 list of the best value general multi-/interdisciplinary studies schools. Set in the city of Amherst, University Of Massachusetts Amherst is a very large public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $17,772, while out-of-state students pay about $40,449. Typical student debt for general multi-/interdisciplinary studies graduates is $25,234. General Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies graduates of University Of Massachusetts Amherst earn a median of $53,543 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $25,234 median debt. University Of Massachusetts Amherst admits about 60% of applicants.