Dean College

99 Main Street
Franklin, MA 02038

Tel: (508) 541-1508

Dean College, a private residential college fostering academic and personal success, offers baccalaureate degrees and associate degree programs through the Schools of Art, Business, Dance and Liberal Arts. Dean provides its students with quality teaching, personalized academic support, and leadership development opportunities that promote a lifetime of learning and achievement. In a society where change is constant and dramatic, Dean College is committed to graduating students who are well-prepared for further collegiate study and demonstrate strong community and social responsibility, high standards of personal integrity, and the ability to thrive in a global environment.

School Highlights

Dean College serves 1,299 students (83% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 26:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 39%.
Dean College is one of 6 community colleges within Norfolk County, MA.
The nearest community college to Dean College is FINE Mortuary College (12.4 miles away).

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The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

	Dean College	(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification	Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges	Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution Level	4 or more years	At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control	Private, non-profit	Private, non-profit
Total Faculty	80 staff	96 staff

The student population of Dean College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Dean College diversity score of 0.72 is more than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.

Total Enrollment	1,299 students	3,428 students

Student : Teacher Ratio	16:1	26:1

# Full-Time Students	1,076 students	1,076 students

# Part-Time Students	223 students	2,352 students


% Asian	1%	5%

% Hispanic	6%	12%

% Black	15%	12%

% White	46%	61%

% Two or more races	3%	1%

% Non Resident races	11%	2%

% Unknown races	18%	7%

Diversity Score	0.72	0.59

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)	$35,600	$35,500

The private state tuition of $40,414 is more than the state average of $26,142. The private state tuition has grown by 38% over four years.

Private State Tuition Fees	$40,414	$26,142

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid	89%	82%

Median Debt for Graduates	$17,184	$11,450

Median Debt for Dropouts	$6,500	$5,000

Acceptance Rate	68%	68%

SAT Reading	410	250

SAT Math	410	250

SAT Writing	410	410

ACT Composite	17	8

ACT English	17	17

ACT Math	17	17

ACT Writing	7	7

Total Sports Offered	10 sports
Sports	Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball,

Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS

Dean College was founded in 1865 as an academy with a mission of preparing students to complete a baccalaureate degree. Now, over 150 years later, the college offer bachelor's and associate degrees through the Schools of the Arts, Business, Dance and Liberal Arts. Dean is a unique private college that delivers a personalized education for every student.
Located just 45 minutes from Boston and Providence, Dean is a private residential college on 100 acres in Franklin, Massachusetts. Students enjoy a lively campus life, and with a short walk they can access downtown Franklin or the train to Boston. Ongoing cultural and theatrical events are offered on campus through Dean's renowned Dance and Theater programs. Dean College has 1200 full time students and 300 part time students.
Students also enjoy NCAA DIII intercollegiate athletics and a full student activities program. Dean focuses on learning as a total experience -- both in and out of the classroom. Our internships, work-and-learn program, comprehensive athletic programs, community service projects, co-curricular activities and leadership opportunities all help you build the self-confidence that will be critical to your success.

Profile last updated: 01/14/2020

The nearest community college to Dean College is FINE Mortuary College (12.4 miles away).

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Did You Know?

For Massachusetts public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,424 per year for in-state students and $9,401 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $26,142 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Massachusetts is 75%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Massachusetts community colleges have a diversity score of 0.59, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in Massachusetts is Bunker Hill Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.