B+

Very Good

Score: 70/100

Franklin W Olin College of Engineering

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Needham, Massachusetts 02492

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 92%

Outcomes

A+

96/100

Affordability

24/100

Resources

B+

75/100

Experience

A+

90/100

Prestige

65/100

Quick Stats

402

Total Enrollment

92%

Graduation Rate

99%

Retention Rate

9.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

22%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Franklin W Olin College of Engineering Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $1,679,385
Avg rent near campus: $4,001/mo — vs ~$1,304/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02026 (3.1% cap, Dedham)

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🏆 Where Franklin W Olin College of Engineering Ranks

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

#15

Engineering, General

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$59,972	$59,972
Room	$11,738
Board	$8,082
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$86,474	$86,474

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

21%

Receive Pell Grants

26%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Engineering, General 52 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 29 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 21 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Franklin W Olin College of Engineering's top programs commonly pursue.

Architectural and engineering managers

$168k/yr 212,500 jobs

Engineers, all other

$118k/yr 158,800 jobs

Engineering teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 50,300 jobs

Aerospace engineers

$135k/yr 71,600 jobs

Mechanical engineers

$102k/yr 293,100 jobs

Cost estimators

$77k/yr 221,400 jobs

Computer hardware engineers

$155k/yr 76,800 jobs

Electronics engineers, except computer

$128k/yr 95,900 jobs

Student Demographics

402

Total Students

48%

Women

99%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 40%

Hispanic 10%

Black 3%

Asian 21%

Two or More 9%

Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering?

Franklin W Olin College of Engineering has an acceptance rate of 22%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.

How much does it cost to attend Franklin W Olin College of Engineering?

Tuition at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering is $59,972 for in-state students and $59,972 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering?

The graduation rate at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering is 92%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Franklin W Olin College of Engineering a good school?

Franklin W Olin College of Engineering has a Repit College Score of 70/100 (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 (B): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Franklin W Olin College of Engineering?

Franklin W Olin College of Engineering has a total enrollment of 402 students. Most students (99%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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