The average public out-of-state school is $26,820, the average private out-of-state school is $36,880. Given the high cost of higher education, students who are footing the bill, or parents who are picking up their child tab, hope to take their education seriously, which can be hardwith the many distractions that college can bring. Recently Niche, a review and ranking company, took a look at the biggest party schools in Massachusetts, compiling a list of campuses where students rage the most. To determine the biggest party schools in Massachusetts, Niche looked at data collected from student surveys on party scenes, access to bars and restaurants, campus Greek life, and campus athletic success. Top Ten Biggest Party Schools in Massachusetts10.