About Mount Ida College

Founded in 1899, Mount Ida College. is a Private college. Located in Massachusetts, which is a city setting in Massachusetts, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 1,357 full time undergraduate students, and 37 full time graduate students.

The Mount Ida College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 13:1. There are 61 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Mount Ida College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate68%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at are considered Selective, with ,11% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 15 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Mount Ida College.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
56%
“We know about current events and vote”
33%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
11%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
11%
“We save it for the classroom”
22%
“Sometimes, but not often”
56%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
11%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
56%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
44%
“I feel extremely safe”
22%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
56%
“We bought the gear”
22%
“We live for the big game”
33%
“It”s not really our thing”
22%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
33%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
11%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
22%
“Available in class”
56%
“They keep regular office hours”
22%
“They”re always available”
100%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
22%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
56%
“We only party on weekends”
22%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
0%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
22%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
22%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
56%
“We know about current events and vote”
33%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
11%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
11%
“We save it for the classroom”
22%
“Sometimes, but not often”
56%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
11%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
56%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
44%
“I feel extremely safe”
22%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
56%
“We bought the gear”
22%
“We live for the big game”
33%
“It”s not really our thing”
22%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
33%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
11%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
22%
“Available in class”
56%
“They keep regular office hours”
22%
“They”re always available”
100%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
22%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
56%
“We only party on weekends”
22%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
0%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
22%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
22%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    37 Students rated on-campus housing 3.2 stars. 5 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    26 Students rated off-campus housing 2.4 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    37 Students rated campus food 2.4 stars. 5 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    38 Students rated campus facilities 3.2 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    38 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 61 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    38 Students rated school activities 3.5 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    38 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    38 Students rated academics 3.4 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.

Mount Ida College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Mount Ida College?

8 Students rated Mount Ida College

Savananh - 05/03/2018

Mount Ida College had a Phenomenal photography program. I had fallen in love with the school and everyone in the community. However, it is being shut down. My amazing education is being ripped from my hands and I'm being forced to attend a school that's far below my standards.

Gianna - 02/16/2018

Do not go to this college. There are no activities on campus. The food is terrible and students have tried for years to change the food and nobody listens. The RD’s will write you up for anything and they do not care. They only care about getting paid. Your tuition money will be used on stupid stuff, for example a guy coming to do an ice sculpture in front of one of our Residential buildings. The master program here only applies to Vet Techs, it will not be useful to any other major. The buses here only go to two places and don’t care if they are late. They do not care about how the teachers treat the students. All this college wants is your money. Do Not Go Here!

Kellie - 06/05/2017

I love the school, especially the small size. I feel that the small size allows for a better sense of unity. The school is in Newton Center, rural but not too far from Boston. The food on campus is the worst thing ever, but there are plenty of places off campus for food. Overall the school is really nice and I would recommend it based solely on the academics and personal interaction that is available with the professors.

Claudia - 05/15/2017

Mount Ida College is a small, tight-knit community. I love how the professors are very involved when it comes to academic work, it also benefits students that many of the faculty are adjunct. Ida is right next to Boston which gives students access to fun events in the city on week days and weekends. The students here are very passionate about what they study, I am happy to call myself a mustang for life.

Mount Ida College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Mount Ida College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Mount Ida College is 68%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Based on my personal learning experiences this far throughout college I would say that the most important three things about finding the right college for you is; how comfortable you are there, the education, and the total cost to attend the college. Unfortunately cost is an important factor in your decision whether to attend a college or not. It's important to make sure you can picture yourself attending this college and that you are comfortable there and like your fellow peers as well as your professors and other faculty members. If you are not happy somewheres it can make it be a long and unhappy four years. Also, attending college is about receiving further education. It is also important to find a college that has the major you are interested in as well as one that will suit what you are looking for in an educational experience.

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  3. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person who should attend mount ida would be someone who is open to a whole new world. Mount ida has recently become my home and these students and staff are my family. This is a very fun vibrant campus with lots to do and wonderful scenery. I am very fortunate to be here and to have this experience. If you do come here, my advice would be to have a open mind and open heart. Go Mustangs!

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  4. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    A dirverse community, filled with opportunities and potential student to become the leaders of tomorrow.

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  5. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Nothing. I asked all the questions I wanted to know and they were all answered accurately.

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  6. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I tell my friends that Mount Ida has an amazing Design program and is in a very safe city. I also tell them how great I am doing because the professors are hands on and care very much for their students.

    Read all 8 answers

  7. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing at Mount Ida College is how the food is disgusting. They only serve the best food during lunch and never during dinner, some people dont understand on why they do that.

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  8. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about Mount Ida is the diversity of the campus and the specified programs it has to offer students. The campus offers a tranquil and home like atmosphere which allows students to feel comfortable as they pursue their studies.

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  9. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I would say the worst thing about my school is some of the room conditions but like alot of other campus's, we are changing and making the campus a whole lot better.

    Read all 6 answers

  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    people who are up tight and serious all the time, people who don't know how to have fun.

    Read all 6 answers

  11. Describe the students at your school.

    They were well deserving and great people to be around with.

    Read all 5 answers

  12. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    This school is best known for its science classes, specifically dental hygiene, biology, veterinary studies and mortuary studies.

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  13. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Our school is a small community compared to other schools. I think this is unique because it creates a close environment where most people know everyone on campus. However, it is not too small because there is a chance to meet new people everyday.

    Read all 4 answers

  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    The work load in graphic design is astronomical and the feedback is mean and unhelpful.

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

69%

female

31%

male

1,357

Total Undergrad Enrollment

37

Total Grad Students

42%

Out-Of-State

53%

In-State

5%

International

Organizations

25

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

63%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
% Black or African-American
10%
% Hispanic/Latino
11%
% White or Caucasian
63%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

98% of students attending Mount Ida College receive some sort of financial aid. 42% were awarded federal grants. While 84% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$33,820

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,000

Books and Supplies

$13,000

Room and Board

47,820

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$22,019
$30 - $48K
$22,970
$48 - $75K
$25,360
$75 - $110K
$27,445
$110K & UP
$28,234

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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