BAY PATH COLLEGE
- 588 Longmeadow Street
- Longmeadow, MA 01106
- OPEID College Code: 00212200
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- General Phone: (413) 565-1000
- President: Carol a Leary
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 2,034
- College Mascot: Wildcats
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Bay Path College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.baypath.edu

- Mission Statement
- A pioneer in innovative undergraduate programs for women and professional graduate degrees for men and women, Bay Path College, through its focus on leadership, communication, and technology, educates students to become confident and resourceful contributors to our increasingly interdependent world.
Students are challenged to accept the responsibilities and to experience the rewards of leadership through their education at Bay Path College. Opportunities to build and strengthen technological, analytical, and oral and written communication skills are thoroughly integrated into the curriculum. Students apply and expand their knowledge through internships, field placements, or focused projects in a wide variety of settings.
The College, which values and promotes diversity, respects the needs, views, and rights of others. A dedicated community of faculty and staff fosters the social and personal as well as the intellectual development of all students.
Accreditation
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, No Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate, Arts & Sciences Dominant
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Bay Path College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.baypath.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $45.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | - | 1,099 | 1,099 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | - (-) | 730 (66%) | 730 (66%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | - (-) | 241 (33%) | 241 (33%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 138 | 93% |
| ACT ® Exam | 18 | 12% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 380 | 600 |
| SAT ® Math | 370 | 590 |
| SAT ® Writing | 370 | 590 |
| ACT ® Composite | 16 | 26 |
| ACT ® English | 15 | 27 |
| ACT ® Math | 15 | 25 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 99%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 84% | 51% | 30% | 99% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $9,350 | $4,426 | $1,903 | $9,721 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.3% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
| Number in Default | 15 | 30 | 24 |
| Number in Repayment | 447 | 489 | 517 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $24,530 | $23,840 | $22,073 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $24,530 | $23,840 | $22,073 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $24,530 | $23,840 | $22,073 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,035 | $9,750 | $9,200 |
| Other Expenses | $1,550 | $1,550 | $1,550 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
| Other Expenses | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $37,315 | $36,340 | $33,823 |
| In-State | $37,315 | $36,340 | $33,823 |
| Out of State | $37,315 | $36,340 | $33,823 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $31,130 | $30,440 | $28,473 |
| In-State | $31,130 | $30,440 | $28,473 |
| Out of State | $31,130 | $30,440 | $28,473 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $27,830 | $27,140 | $25,173 |
| In-State | $27,830 | $27,140 | $25,173 |
| Out of State | $27,830 | $27,140 | $25,173 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | ||||
| Biology Degree | - | - | 5 | - |
| Biotechnology Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||||
| Business Administration Degree | - | - | 60 | - |
| Business Administration, Other Degree | - | - | - | 40 |
| Commerce Degree | - | 28 | - | - |
| Non-Profit, Public, Organizational Management Degree | - | - | - | 19 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||||
| Information Science Studies Degree | - | - | - | 42 |
| Education | ||||
| Early Childhood Education Degree | - | 10 | - | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||||
| Health Services Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Occupational Therapy Degree | - | - | - | 30 |
| Legal Professions and Studies | ||||
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other Degree | - | - | 28 | - |
| Paralegal Degree | 5 | 8 | - | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||||
| Liberal Arts Degree | - | 26 | 86 | - |
| Psychology | ||||
| Psychology Degree | - | - | 44 | - |
| Security and Protective Services | ||||
| Criminalistics and Criminal Science Degree | - | 1 | 23 | - |
| Forensic Science Degree | - | - | 13 | - |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ||||
| Interior Design Degree | 1 | - | - | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,034 Undergraduate: 1,480 Graduate: 554
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 65 Female: 1,969
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 0 Female: 1,480
- Graduate Gender Male: 65 Female: 489
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,395 Part-Time: 639
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,201 Part-Time: 279
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 194 Part-Time: 360
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 8 | 0.4% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 271 | 13% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 181 | 9% |
| Ages 20-21 | 270 | 13% |
| Ages 22-24 | 225 | 11% |
| Ages 25-29 | 348 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 279 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 224 | 11% |
| Ages 40-49 | 351 | 17% |
| Ages 50-65 | 152 | 7% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.05% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 383 | 161 | 222 |
| Faculty Status | 208 | 54 | 154 |
| Graduate Assistants | 2 | - | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 198 | 43 | 155 |
| Primarily Instruction | 197 | 43 | 154 |
| Primarily Research | 1 | - | 1 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 35 | 35 | - |
| Other Professionals | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 30 | 21 | 9 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,505 (43) | $67,388 (13) | $58,956 (30) |
| Professor | $68,365 (12) | $73,454 (2) | $67,347 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $68,849 (6) | $70,768 (2) | $67,889 (4) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,432 (21) | $65,288 (9) | $53,289 (12) |
| Instructor | $46,044 (4) | - (-) | $46,044 (4) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,505 (43) | $67,388 (13) | $58,956 (30) |
| Professor | $68,365 (12) | $73,454 (2) | $67,347 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $68,849 (6) | $70,768 (2) | $67,889 (4) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,432 (21) | $65,288 (9) | $53,289 (12) |
| Instructor | $46,044 (4) | - (-) | $46,044 (4) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 69%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 23%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 61% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | - |
| Female | 61% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 80% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 64% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | 41% |
| White | 63% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 34% |
| 5 Years | 46% |
| 6 Years | 51% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009