Overview
Founded in 1919, Babson College is a college of business in the greater Boston area. Babson offers an undergraduate curriculum in Business and Entrepreneurship and the college includes an accelerated degree program that enables students to graduate in three years. In addition, Babson features a number of liberal arts classes in order to integrate a business education with the arts and sciences. For students interested in the performing arts, Babson houses a theater company in residence known as the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company.
Acceptance Rate:
22%
Average Net Price:
$31,559
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.9
Average ACT Composite
31
Average SAT Composite
1362
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $56,032 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $56,032 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $20,786 |
| Books and Supplies | $1292 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
96%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
15%
Average Aid Per Year
$30,513
15%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,758
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$45,969
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
5%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2911
64%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,758
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$49,096,640
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$3,733,703
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
30%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,137
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$21,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$219
Students receiving federal loans
29%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,006
Average Other Loans Per Year
$26,709
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
7607
Students Applied
30%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
43
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
No
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1 | January 15 |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1 | May 1 |
| Fall Regular Decision | January 2 | May 1 |
| Other | January 2 | March 15 |
Application Fee
$75
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
8%
Submitting ACT
32%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 31
Average SAT Composite: 1362
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.9
Average GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
3,989
Total Number of Undergrads
2,761
0
100
92%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
95%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
5
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
49
Countries Represented
80
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
15%
Student Organizations
80
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
79%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
78%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Beavers
School Colors
green and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
223
Total Female Athletes
177
Intramural Sports
15
Sports Club
4
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing-Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing-Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Babson College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$113,300
Top 5 Cities
Boston
New York
San Francisco
Miami
Los Angeles
Top 5 Employers
Novartis
Virool
Sun Products Corporation
Goldman Sachs
Hubspot
Top 5 Sectors
Financial Services
Technology
Accounting
CPG/Food and Beverage
Retail, Apparel, and Fashion
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$21,000
Loan Default Rate
2%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$219
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingDefinitely will learn about setting up and running a business. Students work a lot in groups, so learning about people and cultures is a good thing.
CK from Southern California
Academically, there are two reasons that I find Babson attractive. 1) The Foundations of Management and Entrepreneurship (FME) course, which is a class that is focused on providing hands-on experience to entrepreneurs. Students will learn how to start a business and will internalize the lessons learned because everything is applied. 2) Students begin Freshmen year with Business Law and Accounting, students get there hands dirty learning about the business that s/he is interested in.
Nina from Honolulu, HI
Babson College is a small business school in the suburbs of Boston. Its entrepreneurship program has been rated #1 in the country for something like 18 years in a row, and it was recently rated #1 for business overall in Money Magazine, so it is very much up-and-coming. The best part about Babson, in my opinion, is the energy of the campus--everyone is always doing something, and there is always tons going on.
Katerina from East Setauket, NY
Amazing school overflowing with opportunities. If you are passionate about business and know that it's what you want to study, this is the place for you! So many different chances to network with very highly-regarded people in the business world.
Nicole from Los Angeles, CA
Babson College is a business school that teaches students to use entrepreneurship as a lifestyle. The curriculum is focused around business and liberal arts both of which are very helpful in becoming a very successful businessman or business woman. Students who attend Babson College are guaranteed to become critical thinkers, have a greater understanding of the business world and how to be a successful entrepreneur, as well as gain a drive for social innovation.
Kamisha from Brockton, MA
Babson College is a great option because it is number one in entrepreneurship. It has amazing professors who are very knowledgeable, have had experience, and are willing to help you. You are able to build great connections and join in many activities. You will really learn a lot.. The campus has a wonderful location as well. It is very beautiful and has easy access to Boston.
JB from NY
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