Campus Vibe
Close-knit campus
Montserrat College of Art is a private suburban institution in Beverly, Massachusetts. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 261 undergraduates with a 8:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $33,022 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $34,725.
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News & Alerts
Montserrat College of Art Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
December 1
Regular Decision
rolling
Decision by rolling
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
23.7%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$23,707
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
1
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (7)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
75%
- •75% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Art college focused on creative activities rather than varsity athletics
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •In 1992, the school moved to its present location on Essex Street in the Hardie Building, a renovated nineteenth-century school structure that serves as the campus center.
- •In early 2015, Montserrat College of Art explored a possible merger with Salem State University, a large public university in neighboring Salem.
- •After some months of research and negotiations, the proposal was found to be not feasible and the plan was dropped in mid-2015.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Transit Scores
Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
Nearby Hotels
Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Beverly Historic Districtwalkable
Charming downtown with galleries, shops, and restaurants
Lynch Parkwalkable
Waterfront park with beach access and rose garden
Salem
Historic city with museums, witch trials sites, and Peabody Essex Museum
Boston
Major city with world-class museums and art galleries, 25 miles south
Transfer Admission
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements
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