Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Wellesley, Massachusetts |
| Online | babson.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Babson College, located in the suburban town of Wellesley, Massachusetts, sits on a 370-acre campus approximately 14 miles west of Boston. Founded in 1919 as a private business school, Babson has maintained its focus on entrepreneurship education and is recognized for its comprehensive business curriculum that integrates liberal arts coursework. The college operates on a selective admission basis and has established itself as a leader in entrepreneurial education, with all undergraduate students earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration while choosing from various concentrations. First-year students are required to live on campus in one of the college's residence halls, with housing guaranteed for all four years. Babson competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Beavers, participating in the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference.
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Babson is rated within the top 22% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Babson College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#117 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#98 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#14 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#116 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1380/1500 |
| ACT | 30/33 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.79 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $75 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,292 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $20,786 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,082 |
| Total One Year Cost | $80,192 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 100% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025