NORTH BENNET STREET SCHOOL
- 39 North Bennet St
- Boston, MA 02113
- OPEID College Code: 02197900
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- General Phone: (617) 227-0155 x100
- Executive Director: Miguel Gomez-Ibanez
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 144
- Read Reviews (4)
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North Bennet Street School - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Website
- www.nbss.edu
- Mission Statement
- North Bennet Street School's mission is to train students for careers in traditional trades that use hand skills in concert with evolving technology,to preserve and advance craft traditions, and to promote greater appreciation of craftsmanship.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
North Bennet Street School Campus Map
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- TOEFL Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 28 | 2 | 30 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 22 (79%) | 1 (50%) | 23 (77%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 13 (59%) | 1 (100%) | 14 (61%) |
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: 52%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 52% | 22% | 9% | 4% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,646 | $2,728 | $2,000 | $800 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.8% | 2.3% | - |
| Number in Default | 4 | 1 | - |
| Number in Repayment | 45 | 42 | 52 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Furniture Design and Manufacturing
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $35,550 | $33,732 | $32,130 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $22,140 | $21,420 | $20,610 |
| Other Expenses | $9,870 | $9,000 | $8,730 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,550 | $4,860 | $4,680 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $70,160 | $66,752 | $64,070 |
| Off Campus with Family | $43,700 | $41,192 | $39,410 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furniture Design and Manufacturing | $38,150 | 2,340 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Carpentry | $38,780 | 2,340 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Watchmaking and Jewelrymaking | $41,920 | 2,340 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Precision Production | $36,250 | 2,340 Contact Hours | 18 Months |
| Locksmithing and Safe Repair | $15,950 | 900 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
| Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair | $18,375 | 1,260 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
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.
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Construction Trades | |
| Carpentry Degree | 24 |
| Mechanic and Repair Technology | |
| Locksmithing and Safe Repair Degree | 4 |
| Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair Degree | 30 |
| Watchmaking and Jewelrymaking Degree | 13 |
| Precision Production | |
| Furniture Design and Manufacturing Degree | 19 |
| Precision Production, Other Degree | 5 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 144 Undergraduate: 144
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 105 Female: 39
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 105 Female: 39
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 144 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 144 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 15 | 10% |
| Ages 20-21 | 14 | 10% |
| Ages 22-24 | 28 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 36 | 25% |
| Ages 30-34 | 12 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 4 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 17 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 15 | 10% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.7% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Primarily Instruction | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 2 | 2 | - |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | - | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | 1 | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 95%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 83% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 85% |
| Female | 80% |
North Bennet Street School Reviews
4 Reviews Submitted For North Bennet Street School
- Reviewed on: March 16, 2010
Flag Review - Rating:
- The Jewelry Program at NBSS is not a course. It is a 2-year, in-depth, intense program of study in the craft of jewelry making and repair. It is not a course for the hobbiest. The staff consists of top-notch instructors with fine reputations in their field. Expectations are high and the training is intense. Training at NBSS is extremely well respected and a valuable asset to any future jeweler.
- Reviewed on: March 11, 2010 Flag Review
- Rating:
- The rigorous, reknown jewelry making program At North Bennet Street School is exceptional. I would highly recommend it to anyone with excellent hand skills, a passion for metal working and a true desire to learn. NBSS is a fine "Education in Craftsmanship"!! Come and see for yourself.
- Reviewed on: January 23, 2010 Flag Review
- Rating:
- I can't recommend this school enough. I had a wonderful experience in this program. This program is only for people who want to put the utmost effort into being a bench jeweler. If you are not willing to listen and do exactly what the instructors say you will not get through this program and you probably should have taken a 1 day a week course. It's not easy, it's not for everyone, but it is the best.
- Reviewed on: October 12, 2009 Flag Review
- Rating:
- This review is being written about North Bennet Street School's jewelry making and repair course only. I have little knowledge about other courses offered at this school.
For as much as this school charges for tuition for this course ($29,160 in 2008, more now) and for as long as this school has been in existence, (125 years) I thought they must have an exceptional program to offer. I was sorely disappointed.
Why do I now refer to this school as the "North Bennet School of No Recourse"? Read my entire story at ripoffreport.com. Go to their website and search for "North Bennet Street School".
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
