Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
73.71%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Dean College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 73.71%. This means approximately 737 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,142 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
73.71%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $44,960 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $44,960 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $62,802 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $30,236 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.60% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 71.15% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Dean College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$44,960
Room and board
$19,192
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$1,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$62,802
Average net price
$30,236
Average aid coverage
52%
$32,566 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Dean College pays approximately $30,236 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Dean College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Dean College net price
$30,236
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Dean College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $44,960 and average net price at $30,236. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$44,960
Current net price
$30,236
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
43.17%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$38,109
Undergraduates
1,142
10-Year Median Earnings - Dean College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Dean College graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Dean College?
Undergraduates
1,142
Completion rate
43.17%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.60%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
71.15%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.60% of Dean College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 71.15% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Dean College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Dean College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Dean College lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Dean College is listed at 99 Main Street, Franklin, MA 02038-1941. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Dean College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean College | 73.71% | $44,960 | $30,236 | $38,109 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Similar Schools in Franklin
This local cluster focuses on nearby Franklin schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Franklin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dean College's acceptance rate?
Dean College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 73.71%.
How much is Dean College tuition?
Dean College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $44,960.
What is Dean College's average net price?
Dean College's average net price in the local dataset is $30,236.
What does Dean College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $26,727 for Dean College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Dean College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $38,109 for Dean College.
Is Dean College accredited?
Dean College's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Dean College?
The local dataset lists 1,142 undergraduate students at Dean College.
What percentage of Dean College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Dean College in the local dataset is 29.60%.
What is the federal loan rate at Dean College?
The federal loan rate for Dean College in the local dataset is 71.15%.
Where should I verify Dean College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Dean College or the latest official federal education data.