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Bay State College

31 St. James Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • For over 70 years, Bay State College has assisted students from around the world prepare for life long learning!  At Bay State College, your success matters and we are here to assist you throughout the admissions and financial aid process. By offering affordable and flexible education, across our three campuses, Boston, Taunton, and Online, Bay State College welcomes and supports talented, passionate students who are eager to leave their mark on the world! Whether you`re a freshman, transfer, international, or veteran student, Bay State College is dedicated to assisting you in achieving your success!

School Highlights

Bay State College serves 346 students (53% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Private-state tuition: $28,500
  • Acceptance Rate: 50%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
  • Minority enrollment: 95%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bay State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Bay State College
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
80 staff
290 staff
This chart displays total faculty of Bay State College and community college average number of faculty in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Student Body

The student population of Bay State College has declined by 49% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Bay State College diversity score of 0.71 is equal to the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
346 students
2,012 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
9:1
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# Full-Time Students
182 students
903 students
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# Part-Time Students
164 students
1,109 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Bay State College and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Bay State College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Massachusetts.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
573 students
309 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
182 students
903 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Bay State College and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
27 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
164 students
1,059 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
105 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
70 students
443 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian/Alaskan students in Bay State College and the percentage of American Indian/Alaskan community college students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Asian
22%
14%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Bay State College and the percentage of Asian community college students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hispanic
2%
n/a
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Bay State College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
% Black
16%
19%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Bay State College and the percentage of Black community college students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
5%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Bay State College and the percentage of White community college students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hawaiian
46%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in Bay State College and the percentage of Hawaiian community college students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Two or more races
6%
9%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Bay State College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Bay State College.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Massachusetts.
Diversity Score
0.71
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.2182%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.1683%
0.5056%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,900
$35,500
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Bay State College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Massachusetts by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $28,500 is less than the state average of $30,266. The private state tuition has grown by 27% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$28,500
$30,266
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Bay State College and the private community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
87%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Bay State College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,813
$12,000
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Bay State College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$10,056
$5,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Bay State College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
50%
75%
This chart displays the percent admitted of Bay State College and the community college average percent admitted of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
535
SAT Writing
n/a
480
ACT Composite
n/a
21

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Audio Engineering Society, Community O's, DECA, Fashion Club, Gamers Guild, Justice Society, MEISA, Multicultural Club, PTA Club, Student Nurses Association

Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Founded in 1946, Bay State College is a private college whose mission is to prepare students for successful careers and global citizenship through academic rigor and individualized support. Bay State College accomplishes this mission by providing a learning environment where teaching excellence and student services are blended to support the uniqueness of individual students, preparing them to achieve their full potential as ethically and socially aware citizens.
  • For several years, Bay State College was named to the Presidents' Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement.
  • Bay State College has students enrolled in day, evening, and online bachelor`s degree programs as well as a range of associates degrees and certificate programs. Non-traditional students have the option of earning an online degree or attending evening college courses at Bay State`s two locations in Boston and Taunton, MA. Visit baystate.edu for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bay State College cost?
Bay State College's private state tuition is approximately $28,500.
What is the acceptance rate of Bay State College?
The acceptance rate of Bay State College is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 75%. Bay State College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Massachusetts with low acceptance rates.
What is Bay State College's ranking?
Bay State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Massachusetts for: Lowest acceptance rates, Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Bay State College located?
Bay State College is located in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, MA. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Back Bay.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Private-state tuition: $28,500
  • Acceptance Rate: 50%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
  • Minority enrollment: 95%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

For Suffolk County, MA private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $21,999 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Suffolk County, MA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.64, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Suffolk County, MA is Bunker Hill Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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