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List of public colleges in Boston, MA?

I'm interested in going to college in Boston, and I was wondering if anyone could give me a list of public colleges in the area. So far, I know about UMass, but I'm curious what other options are out there.

3 months ago

Here is a list of public colleges and universities in the Boston, Massachusetts area:

1. University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston) - Located in the Dorchester neighborhood, UMass Boston is the only public research university in the city and offers various undergraduate and graduate programs across diverse fields of study.

2. Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) - Situated in the Charlestown neighborhood, BHCC is the largest community college in Massachusetts and offers associate degree and certificate programs in a range of disciplines.

3. Roxbury Community College (RCC) - Located in the Roxbury neighborhood, RCC provides two-year associate degree programs and certificate programs, which focus on vocational education and workforce development.

4. Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt) - Found in the Fenway neighborhood, MassArt is a public, independent college of art and design that offers Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) programs, as well as a range of continuing education courses.

5. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) - With its Boston campus in the Longwood Medical Area, MCPHS is a private institution but is part of the Massachusetts state university system. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs for pharmaceutical and health sciences, including pharmacy, nursing, physician assistant studies, and more.

Even though Boston is especially known for its prestigious private institutions, the city also has a solid selection of public colleges with various program offerings, across a range of fields of interest and study. Good luck with your college search!

3 months ago

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