C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
57/100 · earnings-weighted

Bay Path University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Longmeadow, Massachusetts 01106
Bay Path University campus, Longmeadow, MA
Bay Path University campus, Longmeadow, MA. Photo: John Phelan, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 57%
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
C+
61/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,643
Total Enrollment
57%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
7.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
73%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Bay Path University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$55,383
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$51,548
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,901
Median debt at graduation
43.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,120
Average SAT
63.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 53rd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MA wage index 1.29). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Bay Path University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$54,260$74,912+10%#242 of 1176#591$24,875
Computer and Information Sciences—$68,194-26%#395 of 459#439$25,738
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences—$65,018+6%#52 of 156#87$26,375
Security Science and Technology$32,326$56,262-3%#28 of 45#43$27,000
Biology$40,964$55,827-2%#495 of 841#741$23,750
Psychology$38,960$53,682+6%#315 of 1027#716$24,578
Non-Professional Legal Studies$34,717$48,575-22%#35 of 39#39$27,047
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$33,330$48,431+2%#317 of 680#629$27,250
Education—$47,941-4%#43 of 71#62—
Research and Experimental Psychology$23,898$47,544-15%#70 of 82#79$26,447
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$41,141$37,411-30%#468 of 476#475$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $547,615
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,340/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01103 (9.1% cap, Springfield)

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🏆 Where Bay Path University Ranks

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

#21
Developmental and Child Psychology
of 23 schools
#30
Applied Behavior Analysis
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $37,227 $37,227
Total Cost (On-Campus) $54,243 $54,243

Financial Aid

86%
Receive Any Aid
54%
Receive Pell Grants
64%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,643
Total Students
93%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 19%
Black 11%
Asian 3%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 7%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 75%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Bay Path University?
Bay Path University has an acceptance rate of 73%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Bay Path University?
Tuition at Bay Path University is $37,227 for in-state students and $37,227 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Bay Path University?
The graduation rate at Bay Path University is 57%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Bay Path University a good school?
Bay Path University has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Bay Path University?
Bay Path University has a total enrollment of 2,643 students.

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