Massage therapy schools in Massachusetts
Looking for massage therapy schools in Massachusetts? There are 7, including 1 public college and 6 private career schools. Massage therapists in Massachusetts earn a median $63,390 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 7
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in MA
- $63,390
- Cities with schools
- 8
Massage therapy schools by city
- Worcester (3 within 30 mi)
- Cambridge (3 within 30 mi)
- Lowell (3 within 30 mi)
- Brockton (3 within 30 mi)
- Fall River (3 within 30 mi)
- Framingham (4 within 30 mi)
- Attleboro (3 within 30 mi)
- North Andover (3 within 30 mi)
What massage therapists earn in Massachusetts
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Massage therapist salary in MassachusettsHow to become a massage therapist
- Median pay
- $63,390
- $30.48 an hour
- Typical range
- $40,420–$104,510
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MA
- 2,830
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +15.3%
- 20,400 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many massage therapy schools are in Massachusetts?
We list 7 schools in Massachusetts with massage therapy programs: 1 public college and 6 private career schools. Campuses are in Pittsfield, Worcester, Boston, North Andover, and Plymouth.
Are there community college massage therapy programs in Massachusetts?
Yes. 1 public college in Massachusetts offer massage therapy. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does massage therapy school cost in Massachusetts?
Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,921 to $38,758. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do massage therapists make in Massachusetts?
The median pay for massage therapists in Massachusetts is $63,390 a year, and most earn between $40,420 and $104,510, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a massage therapy school in Massachusetts?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Massage therapy schools in other states
- Florida (53)
- California (20)
- Illinois (19)
- Texas (15)
- Virginia (15)
- Puerto Rico (15)
- Iowa (14)
- Louisiana (12)
- Michigan (12)
- Arizona (11)
- Georgia (11)
- North Carolina (11)
- Ohio (11)
- New York (10)
- Pennsylvania (10)
- Colorado (9)