BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY
- 415 South St
- Waltham, MA 02454
- OPEID College Code: 00213300
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- General Phone: (781) 736-2000
- President: Jehuda Reinharz
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 5,598
- College Mascot: Judges
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Brandeis University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
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
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Website
- www.brandeis.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
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 Research Universities (Very High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Focus, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Comprehensive Doctoral (No Medical/Veterinary)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Highly Residential
Brandeis University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.brandeis.edu
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $55.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $55.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 3,345 | 4,379 | 7,724 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1,129 (34%) | 1,372 (31%) | 2,501 (32%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 331 (29%) | 428 (31%) | 759 (30%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 612 | 81% |
| ACT ® Exam | 239 | 31% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 640 | 720 |
| SAT ® Math | 650 | 730 |
| SAT ® Writing | 640 | 730 |
| ACT ® Composite | 29 | 32 |
| ACT ® English | 29 | 34 |
| ACT ® Math | 27 | 33 |
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: 66%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 58% | 15% | 9% | 62% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,627 | $6,649 | $2,628 | $25,293 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Number in Default | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| Number in Repayment | 752 | 690 | 700 |
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 | $38,762 | $37,294 | $35,702 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $38,762 | $37,294 | $35,702 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $38,762 | $37,294 | $35,702 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $700 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,792 | $10,354 | $9,908 |
| Other Expenses | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,792 | $10,354 | $9,908 |
| Other Expenses | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,270 | $1,500 | $2,610 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $52,054 | $50,148 | $47,310 |
| In-State | $52,054 | $50,148 | $47,310 |
| Out of State | $52,054 | $50,148 | $47,310 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $52,054 | $50,148 | $47,310 |
| In-State | $52,054 | $50,148 | $47,310 |
| Out of State | $52,054 | $50,148 | $47,310 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $43,032 | $41,504 | $39,012 |
| In-State | $43,032 | $41,504 | $39,012 |
| Out of State | $43,032 | $41,504 | $39,012 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
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.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 5,598 Undergraduate: 3,317 Graduate: 2,281
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,575 Female: 3,023
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,444 Female: 1,873
- Graduate Gender Male: 1,131 Female: 1,150
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,001 Part-Time: 597
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,296 Part-Time: 21
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,705 Part-Time: 576
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 994 | 18% |
| American Indian | 15 | 0.3% |
| Black | 210 | 4% |
| Asian | 445 | 8% |
| Hispanic | 213 | 4% |
| White | 2,285 | 41% |
| Unknown | 1,436 | 26% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 69 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,505 | 27% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,538 | 27% |
| Ages 22-24 | 701 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 818 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 428 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 239 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 204 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 91 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.05% |
| Age Unknown | 2 | 0.04% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,770 | 1,411 | 359 |
| Faculty Status | 529 | 369 | 160 |
| Tenured Faculty | 208 | 205 | 3 |
| Graduate Assistants | 476 | - | 476 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 525 | 365 | 160 |
| Primarily Instruction | 243 | 88 | 155 |
| Primarily Research | 7 | 7 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 363 | 340 | 23 |
| Other Professionals | 435 | 327 | 108 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 447 | 379 | 68 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 242 | 189 | 53 |
| Skilled Crafts | 28 | 27 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 115 | 113 | 2 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $96,510 (345) | $101,299 (213) | $88,783 (132) |
| Professor | $121,103 (154) | $121,126 (113) | $121,039 (41) |
| Associate Professor | $84,137 (80) | $85,570 (42) | $82,553 (38) |
| Assistant Professor | $78,531 (71) | $79,295 (38) | $77,651 (33) |
| Lecturer | $58,485 (40) | $64,110 (20) | $52,861 (20) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $137,105 (13) | $157,494 (5) | $124,361 (8) |
| Professor | $178,480 (5) | $179,784 (3) | $176,523 (2) |
| Associate Professor | $129,699 (3) | $118,117 (1) | $135,491 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $122,500 (2) | $130,000 (1) | $115,000 (1) |
| Instructor | $62,932 (2) | - (-) | $62,932 (2) |
| Lecturer | $130,000 (1) | - (-) | $130,000 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $97,079 (358) | $101,931 (218) | $89,524 (140) |
| Professor | $121,887 (159) | $121,798 (116) | $122,127 (43) |
| Associate Professor | $84,932 (83) | $85,827 (43) | $83,968 (40) |
| Assistant Professor | $79,126 (73) | $79,989 (39) | $78,135 (34) |
| Instructor | $51,491 (2) | - (-) | $51,491 (2) |
| Lecturer | $59,653 (41) | $64,110 (20) | $55,409 (21) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 301 | 162 | 139 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 301 | 162 | 139 |
| Baseball | 34 | 34 | - |
| Basketball | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| All Track Combined | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Fencing | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Golf | 9 | 9 | - |
| Soccer | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Softball | 19 | - | 19 |
| Swimming and Diving | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Tennis | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Volleyball | 11 | - | 11 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $45,995 | $50,959 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $15,767 | $14,787 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| All Track Combined | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fencing | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Swimming and Diving | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 94%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 87% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 88% |
| Female | 86% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 91% |
| American Indian | 67% |
| Black | 82% |
| Asian | 86% |
| Hispanic | 83% |
| White | 89% |
| Unknown | 81% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 84% |
| 5 Years | 87% |
| 6 Years | 87% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 15 | 11 |
| Arson | 2 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 1 |
| Burglary | 17 | 12 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
| Arson | 3 | - |
Brandeis University Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Brandeis University
- Reviewed on: April 07, 2012
Flag Review - Rating:
- One of the best academic schools nationwide.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
