Dean College is a nonprofit private institution located in Franklin, MA and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Dean College has an annual student enrollment of nearly a thousand.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Dean College offers:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Visual And Performing Arts
- Security And Protective Services
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Most students accepted to Dean College earn an SAT score within the range of 1130 to 1450, or an ACT composite score between 15 to 20. An estimated 70% of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 36% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.dean.edu.
The cost of tuition is approximately $34,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $9,100. Dean College may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Students should take a look at the school's http://www.dean.edu to see additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Dean College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Dean College is about 1,400. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 36% enrolling as graduate students and 100% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $35,000-$43,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Part time students pay in the range of $330 to $390 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 91% | $23,221 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 75% | $10,203 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Dean College may provide services to students like:- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation Rates
Dean College has an overall graduation rate which is around 43%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 4% |
Intercollegiate Athletics
Dean College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Dean College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, B)
- Accounting (A)
- Information Systems (A)
Communications and Journalism
- Media Studies (A)
Education
Health and Clinical Professions
- Health and Wellness, General (A)
History
- History (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (A)
- Sports Medicine (A)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (A)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Dance (A, B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (A, B)
- Arts, Entertainment,And Media Management, General (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Dean College.
- University of New Hampshire at Manchester in Manchester, NH (63 miles away)
- Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine in Media, PA (258 miles away)
- Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill in Schuylkill Haven, PA (267 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Dean College for official up-to-date information.