Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 4 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 4 schools are 4 years or high institutes.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Maria College | Paxton, MA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Post-Graduate |
| Curry College | Milton, MA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Post-Graduate |
| New England College of Optometry | Boston, MA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Worcester, MA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $41,451 for State residents and $47,675 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 71.13% and graduation rate is 63.33%. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Maria College | $41,010 | 72.85% | 48% | 13:1 | 1,521 |
| Curry College | $44,920 | 80.32% | 55% | 12:1 | 2,242 |
| New England College of Optometry | - | - | - | - | 525 |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | $57,096 | 60.21% | 87% | 14:1 | 7,230 |
| Average | $41,451 / $47,675 | 71.13% | 63.33% | 13.00:1 | 2,880 |