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Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology
- 41 Berkeley St
- Boston, MA 02116
- OPEID College Code: 00215100
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- General Phone: (617) 423-4630
- President: Michael Taylor
- Website: www.bfit.edu

- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 513

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Other Technology-Related Schools
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 80%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 75% | 49% | 31% | 80% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,330 | $3,979 | $1,356 | $2,531 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.7% | 10.2% | 9.4% |
| Number in Default | 12 | 20 | 17 |
| Number in Repayment | 154 | 196 | 179 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $12,750 | $12,750 | $12,500 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $12,750 | $12,750 | $12,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 | $700 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,500 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Other Expenses | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $13,550 | $13,550 | $13,200 |
| Out of State | $13,550 | $13,550 | $13,200 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $21,850 | $24,350 | $24,000 |
| Out of State | $21,850 | $24,350 | $24,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $14,350 | $14,350 | $14,000 |
| Out of State | $14,350 | $14,350 | $14,000 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | |||
| Electrician | 8 | - | - |
| Engineering Technology | |||
| Architectural Drafting Cad | - | 7 | - |
| Automotive Engineering Technology | - | 38 | 3 |
| Biomedical Technology | - | 12 | - |
| Computer Engineering Technology | - | 4 | - |
| Computer Technology and Computer Systems Technology | - | 4 | - |
| Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology | - | 17 | - |
| Mechanical Engineering and Technology | - | 2 | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | |||
| Pharmacy Technician | 13 | - | - |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | |||
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | 16 | - | - |
| Marine Maintenance, Fitter and Ship Repair Technology | 9 | - | - |
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | 14 | - | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 513 Undergraduate: 513
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 443 Female: 70
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 443 Female: 70
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 390 Part-Time: 123
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 390 Part-Time: 123
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 101 | 20% |
| Asian | 63 | 12% |
| Hispanic | 57 | 11% |
| White | 91 | 18% |
| Unknown | 201 | 39% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 35 | 7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 179 | 35% |
| Ages 20-21 | 131 | 26% |
| Ages 22-24 | 73 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 41 | 8% |
| Ages 30-34 | 32 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 6 | 1% |
| Ages 40-49 | 14 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 2 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 95 | 63 | 32 |
| Faculty Status | 32 | 32 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Primarily Instruction | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 25 | 25 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 6 | 6 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 6 | 6 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $45,604 (32) | $45,209 (23) | $46,614 (9) |
| Professor | $51,808 (3) | $55,162 (2) | $45,100 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $54,568 (5) | $57,419 (3) | $50,290 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $45,425 (9) | $44,813 (7) | $47,566 (2) |
| Instructor | $41,483 (15) | $40,321 (11) | $44,679 (4) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $37,313 (32) | $36,990 (23) | $38,140 (9) |
| Professor | $42,389 (3) | $45,134 (2) | $36,901 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $44,647 (5) | $46,980 (3) | $41,148 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $37,166 (9) | $36,666 (7) | $38,919 (2) |
| Instructor | $33,941 (15) | $32,990 (11) | $36,556 (4) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 40 | 40 | - |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 40 | 40 | - |
| Basketball | 15 | 15 | - |
| Soccer | 25 | 25 | - |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $5,000 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $1,500 | - |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 6 | 6 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Soccer | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 76%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 45% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 47% |
| Female | 29% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 67% |
| Black | 40% |
| Asian | 30% |
| Hispanic | 25% |
| White | 67% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
