MCLA is the Commonwealth's public liberal arts college. Our campus, part of the Massachusetts State University system, is nestled in the culturally rich and scenic Berkshires in North Adams, Mass.
Why MCLA?
MCLA has consecutively been named a Top Ten Public Liberal Arts College by U.S. News & World Report.
That's because we offer:
- Small undergraduate classes (1:13 faculty-to-student ratio)
- Innovative teaching
- Personal interactions with faculty
- Opportunities for research
- A supportive, collaborative community
- Academic travel and study abroad courses in more than 31 countries
- Annual Undergraduate Research Conference
- Service learning and community engagement
- A varied array of internships
- Theater, music, and the arts
- Championship athletic teams
- More than 40 student organizations
MCLA provides a strong, supportive, diverse community - both on campus and
off. We offer the ideal environment for learning, growing, and developing
leadership skills. Check out what's happening on campus and read the latest news.
We can help you find your voice and make your mark, right from the start.
