B+
Very Good
Score: 71/100

Babson College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Wellesley, Massachusetts 02457
🌐 www.babson.edu/
Outcomes
A+
94/100
Affordability
F
21/100
Resources
B
71/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
A
80/100

Quick Stats

3,943
Total Enrollment
92%
Graduation Rate
94%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
20%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Babson College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#7
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
of 100 schools
#13
Business Analytics
of 62 schools
#16
Business Administration and Management, General
of 100 schools
#26
Financial Mathematics
of 64 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $56,032 $56,032
Room $13,714
Board $7,072
Total Cost (On-Campus) $80,192 $80,192

Financial Aid

45%
Receive Any Aid
14%
Receive Pell Grants
29%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,943
Total Students
43%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 30%
Hispanic 13%
Black 4%
Asian 11%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 34%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 81%
Hybrid (Some Online) 12%
Fully Online 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Babson College?
Babson College has an acceptance rate of 20%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Babson College?
Tuition at Babson College is $56,032 for in-state students and $56,032 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Babson College?
The graduation rate at Babson College is 92%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Babson College a good school?
Babson College has a Repit College Score of 71/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Babson College?
Babson College has a total enrollment of 3,943 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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B
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B
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology