Bay Path University

Overview

Bay Path University, founded in 1897, is a private institution situated in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, a suburban setting just a few miles from Springfield and a short distance from Hartford, Connecticut. Known for its traditional undergraduate program for women, Bay Path also offers co-educational graduate programs and an all-women's Online Adult Degree Program. The campus features a blend of modern and historic buildings, providing a quaint collegiate atmosphere within its picturesque New England setting. Bay Path offers a variety of majors, with strong emphasis on business, psychology, and health sciences. The university maintains a holistic admissions process with a moderately selective acceptance rate. While the college is primarily focused on academics and professional preparation, it also has a variety of student organizations and clubs. On-campus housing is available for students who seek a residential college experience. Bay Path is not particularly known for its athletics program, hence it is not emphasized in this overview.

In the most recent statistical year 788 prospective students applied, and 596 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 139 enrolled in the school.  1,265 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,200 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $35,781 plus fees of $0. Bay Path University is ranked 614 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.