Babson College
About Babson College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Babson College is a private business school in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Consistently ranked #1 for entrepreneurship in the U.S., it focuses exclusively on business education, with graduates earning a median salary of nearly $124,000.
Founded
1919
Location
Wellesley, Massachusetts
Students
3,867
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
17.1%
Very selective
Graduation Rate
93.1%
Above national average
Tuition
$57,152
Per year
Avg Net Price
$40,514
After financial aid
SAT Average
1457
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$123,938
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Highly Selective
About 6 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$75
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 2
Babson College admits about 17.1% of applicants, with an average SAT around 1457. Strong academics are a must, and your essays and activities will make the difference.
SAT Scores
1457/ 1600
ACT Scores
32/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Excellent
93.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
94.6%
4-Year Grad
90%
6-Year Grad
94%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$15.7K
Class Size
Medium
90% of students graduate on time, well above the national average of 44%. This is a school where students follow through to the finish line.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$57,152
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$21,550
Books & Supplies
$1,292
Total Cost of Attendance
$80,192
After Financial Aid
$40,514
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$23,641
Receive Grants
16.3%
Take Loans
27.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $80,192/yr, including $21,550 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $40,514.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Babson College fund their education.
While in School
16.3%
Get Grants
Free money
27.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$91,204
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$212/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 27.1% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Babson College.
Gender
44%
Female
56%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,728
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,139
Graduates
14.9%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.3%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 28.3% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,728
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Special Focus
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Babson College fields 13 varsity teams with 535 student athletes, about 20% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
NEWMAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
535
20% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
301
Men
234
Women
10
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Babson Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$123,938
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 1Business Administration, Management and Operations
$70K
702 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates start at $91K six years out, climb to $96K by year eight, and reach $124K by year ten. That upward trajectory shows the degree keeps paying off.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.