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Best Colleges for Economics in Massachusetts

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Economics in Massachusetts?

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

What are the best Economics schools?

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

How much does it cost to study Economics?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Economics programs is approximately $55,197 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 Economics degree?

A bachelor's degree in Economics 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 Economics 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 Economics graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Economics programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $85,151 per year. Below are the highest-paying Economics 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. Williams College — Williamstown, MA · 8.3% acceptance · SAT 1,533 · $68,560 tuition · 94% 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. Northeastern University — Boston, MA · 5.2% acceptance · SAT 1,497 · $66,162 tuition · 91% grad rate
  6. 6. Amherst College — Amherst, MA · 9% acceptance · SAT 1,533 · $70,480 tuition · 94% grad rate
  7. 7. Boston University — Boston, MA · 11.1% acceptance · SAT 1,480 · $68,102 tuition · 89% grad rate
  8. 8. Wellesley College — Wellesley, MA · 14.1% acceptance · SAT 1,520 · $67,176 tuition · 92% grad rate
  9. 9. Smith College — Northampton, MA · 21% acceptance · SAT 1,500 · $65,178 tuition · 89% grad rate
  10. 10. University of Massachusetts-Amherst — Amherst, MA · 59.7% acceptance · SAT 1,423 · $40,449 tuition · 83% grad rate
  11. 11. Brandeis University — Waltham, MA · 40.5% acceptance · SAT 1,462 · $68,080 tuition · 86% 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. Clark University — Worcester, MA · 39.5% acceptance · SAT 1,370 · $58,867 tuition · 77% grad rate
  14. 14. University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth — North Dartmouth, MA · 90.6% acceptance · SAT 1,182 · $32,567 tuition · 52% grad rate
  15. 15. University of Massachusetts-Boston — Boston, MA · 83.8% acceptance · SAT 1,194 · $38,125 tuition · 49% grad rate
  16. 16. Stonehill College — Easton, MA · 66.3% acceptance · $57,490 tuition · 76% grad rate
  17. 17. Suffolk University — Boston, MA · 82.3% acceptance · SAT 1,216 · $47,550 tuition · 61% grad rate
  18. 18. Assumption University — Worcester, MA · 83% acceptance · $51,356 tuition · 75% grad rate
  19. 19. Bridgewater State University — Bridgewater, MA · 87.8% acceptance · SAT 1,180 · $17,948 tuition · 53% grad rate
  20. 20. Westfield State University — Westfield, MA · 81.4% acceptance · $18,259 tuition · 54% grad rate

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