B+
Very Good
Score: 70/100
Overall (traditional)
A+
Outcome Rating
98/100 · earnings-weighted

Franklin W Olin College of Engineering

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Needham, Massachusetts 02492
ℹ️
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
F
24/100
Resources
B+
75/100
Experience
A+
90/100
Prestige
B
65/100

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

402
Total Enrollment
92%
Graduation Rate
99%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
22%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$129,455
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$105,483
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,500
Median debt at graduation
96.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,520
Average SAT
35
Median ACT
12.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 15% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 100th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused 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 Franklin W Olin College of Engineering

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
Engineering$109,455$135,136+51%#1 of 57#3$14,512
Mechanical Engineering$87,590—————

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

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

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