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Best Colleges for Biology in Massachusetts

The best colleges for a Biology degree in Massachusetts, led by Harvard University, Northeastern University and Tufts University. Each school is shown with its acceptance rate, tuition, and average SAT so you can weigh Biology programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Biology in Massachusetts?

Based on our rankings, Harvard University is the top-ranked college for Biology in Massachusetts. Other top choices include Northeastern University, Tufts University, Boston College.

What are the best Biology schools?

The best Biology schools, based on program-specific federal data including median earnings and graduate counts, are Harvard University, Northeastern University, Tufts University. Our rankings use College Scorecard field-of-study data rather than editorial opinion.

How much does it cost to study Biology?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Biology programs is approximately $56,633 per year. However, costs vary significantly — many schools offer generous financial aid packages that can reduce the effective cost.

How long does it take to get a Biology degree?

A bachelor's degree in Biology typically takes four years of full-time study. Some programs offer accelerated tracks or combined bachelor's-to-master's options that can extend or shorten the timeline.

How are these Biology rankings determined?

Our major rankings are independently calculated from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study (CIP) data — primarily median earnings 4 years after graduation and program scale (graduate count), with a 10+ annual graduates minimum per program. They are not derived from US News or any other publication.

Career outcomes for Biology graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Biology programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $87,918 per year. Below are the highest-paying Biology programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

  1. 1. Harvard University — Cambridge, MA · 3.7% acceptance · SAT 1,553 · $61,676 tuition · 98% grad rate
  2. 2. Northeastern University — Boston, MA · 5.2% acceptance · SAT 1,497 · $66,162 tuition · 91% grad rate
  3. 3. Tufts University — Medford, MA · 11.5% acceptance · SAT 1,513 · $70,704 tuition · 94% grad rate
  4. 4. Boston College — Chestnut Hill, MA · 16.4% acceptance · SAT 1,507 · $70,702 tuition · 91% grad rate
  5. 5. Boston University — Boston, MA · 11.1% acceptance · SAT 1,480 · $68,102 tuition · 89% grad rate
  6. 6. Worcester Polytechnic Institute — Worcester, MA · 60.2% acceptance · $60,965 tuition · 90% grad rate
  7. 7. University of Massachusetts-Amherst — Amherst, MA · 59.7% acceptance · SAT 1,423 · $40,449 tuition · 83% grad rate
  8. 8. Williams College — Williamstown, MA · 8.3% acceptance · SAT 1,533 · $68,560 tuition · 94% grad rate
  9. 9. Wellesley College — Wellesley, MA · 14.1% acceptance · SAT 1,520 · $67,176 tuition · 92% grad rate
  10. 10. University of Massachusetts-Boston — Boston, MA · 83.8% acceptance · SAT 1,194 · $38,125 tuition · 49% grad rate
  11. 11. Smith College — Northampton, MA · 21% acceptance · SAT 1,500 · $65,178 tuition · 89% grad rate
  12. 12. College of the Holy Cross — Worcester, MA · 17.6% acceptance · SAT 1,353 · $64,500 tuition · 87% grad rate
  13. 13. University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth — North Dartmouth, MA · 90.6% acceptance · SAT 1,182 · $32,567 tuition · 52% grad rate
  14. 14. Brandeis University — Waltham, MA · 40.5% acceptance · SAT 1,462 · $68,080 tuition · 86% grad rate
  15. 15. Mount Holyoke College — South Hadley, MA · 36% acceptance · SAT 1,463 · $67,018 tuition · 84% grad rate
  16. 16. Clark University — Worcester, MA · 39.5% acceptance · SAT 1,370 · $58,867 tuition · 77% grad rate
  17. 17. Stonehill College — Easton, MA · 66.3% acceptance · $57,490 tuition · 76% grad rate
  18. 18. Merrimack College — North Andover, MA · 70% acceptance · $53,962 tuition · 70% grad rate
  19. 19. Endicott College — Beverly, MA · 71.2% acceptance · SAT 1,274 · $40,650 tuition · 76% grad rate
  20. 20. Emmanuel College — Boston, MA · 75.7% acceptance · SAT 1,250 · $48,550 tuition · 68% grad rate
  21. 21. Springfield College — Springfield, MA · 71.9% acceptance · SAT 1,275 · $45,174 tuition · 74% grad rate
  22. 22. Suffolk University — Boston, MA · 82.3% acceptance · SAT 1,216 · $47,550 tuition · 61% grad rate
  23. 23. Assumption University — Worcester, MA · 83% acceptance · $51,356 tuition · 75% grad rate
  24. 24. Wheaton College (Massachusetts) — Norton, MA · 67.7% acceptance · SAT 1,308 · $63,960 tuition · 73% grad rate
  25. 25. Bay Path University — Longmeadow, MA · 85.2% acceptance · SAT 1,120 · $38,302 tuition · 51% grad rate

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