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Babson College

#3 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 317 reviews
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  1. Academics
    A
  2. Value
    A+
  3. Diversity
    A
  4. Campus
    B-
  5. Athletics
    B
  6. Party Scene
    B-
  7. Professors
    B+
  8. Location
    B-
  9. Dorms
    B
  10. Campus Food
    C+
  11. Student Life
    B+
  12. Safety
    B+
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Babson is a highly rated private college located in Wellesley, Massachusetts in the Boston Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 2,283 undergraduate students. Admissions is competitive as the Babson acceptance rate is 25%. The only major offered is Business Administration and Management. Graduating 91% of students, Babson alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $66,900.
About Babson College...
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (without football)
Athletic Conference
New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference
Address
231 Forest Street
Wellesley, MA 02457
Website
babson.edu
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Babson College Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
25%
Application Deadline
—
SAT Range
1170-1370
ACT Range
27-31
Application Fee
$75
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
—

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Cost

Net Price
$27,453/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $18,195/ year
  • $30-48k
    $15,553/ year
  • $49-75k
    $20,315/ year
  • $76-110k
    $30,259/ year
  • $110k+
    $47,962/ year
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Academics

Professors
B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
11:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
72%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.18 responses
68%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.22 responses
24%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.21 responses
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Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management
    541 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
2,283Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
0%
Pell Grant
14%
Varsity Athletes
19%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 9 responses
Report
  • Entrepreneurial
    33%
  • Willing to do whatever it takes
    33%
  • Ambitious
    11%
  • Hardworking
    11%
  • Too motivated
    11%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
100%
Poll
62%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.29 responses
Poll
66%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.32 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 11 responses
Report
  • Entrepreneurial
    27%
  • Extra
    18%
  • Kick-ass
    18%
  • Awesome
    9%
  • Dreadful
    9%
  • Home away from home
    9%
  • Trendy
    9%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$91,400/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
91%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%
90%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.10 responses
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Babson College Reviews

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Absolutely amazing! Good Professors that have tons of business experience. The alumni association is supportive. We recently held our centennial and that is changing up the campus a lot in a better positive way. We are building a new recreational center, library, and park. The location is priceless if you love the suburban vibe. We are right across the Wellesley Country Club. The food is dramatically improving.
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Babson is unlike any other institution. If you are at all interested in Business and want to make money with a great career, go here. Every person here is unique and amazing. The small school dynamic is special, and we are all fondled here by the staff unlike state schools which have automated systems. Small, personal classes with hands on learning define this school. If you want to party, you can join greek life or an org, or go out in Boston. A car on campus helps but if you don't have one, your friend probably will. A LOT of international students as well, definitely a plus.
The professors are outstanding - always willing to help and are incredibly experienced in their respective fields. Great school for aspiring entrepreneurs!