At a glance
Average net price
$35,736
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
86.0%
Admission rate
41%
Undergrad size
3,618
In-state tuition
$68,080
Out-of-state tuition
$68,080
Cost of attendance
$86,448
Median earnings (10y)
$77,231
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,462
- ACT midpoint
- 33
- Retention
- 87.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (41%), stem (36%), humanities & arts (16%).
- STEM36%
- Business8%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences41%
- Biological sciences18.3%~663 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences18.2%~658 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~336 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology8.6%~312 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business7.6%~274 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science6.8%~245 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~149 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~139 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~135 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~130 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History3.5%~125 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics3.3%~120 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~110 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English2.7%~96 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education0.8%~29 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 324 | $33,914 | $25,484 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 266 | $55,105 | $25,295 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 238 | $62,010 | $26,000 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 223 | $40,643 | $26,787 |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Bachelor's | 212 | $40,376 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 194 | $66,678 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 191 | $84,340 | $26,142 |
| Economics. | Master's | 176 | $50,731 | — |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Master's | 170 | $46,126 | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 140 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master's | 138 | $85,067 | — |
| Applied Mathematics. | Master's | 130 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 121 | $42,983 | $23,333 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 114 | $33,809 | $26,499 |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 99 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 91 | $38,853 | $26,000 |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 88 | $40,384 | $25,694 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 77 | $42,477 | $27,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Master's | 74 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 70 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 66 | $30,142 | $23,250 |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Master's | 64 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 57 | $30,078 | $26,000 |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | $26,000 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 48 | $36,774 | $25,484 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 47 | $39,408 | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 46 | $34,857 | $24,226 |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 40 | $49,431 | $26,559 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 39 | $40,712 | $27,000 |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. | Master's | 39 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 38 | $46,319 | — |
| International Business. | Master's | 38 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 36 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services. | Bachelor's | 33 | $43,816 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Doctoral | 25 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Brandeis University
Brandeis University is a mid-sized institution located in Waltham, Massachusetts, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,618 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Social sciences, Public administration.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Brandeis University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $35,736 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $68,080 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $86,448 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 86.0%, a strong completion outcome. 87.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $77,231 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Brandeis University confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Social sciences, Public administration. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (41% of credentials), stem (36% of credentials), humanities & arts (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Brandeis University accepts 41% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,462. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 33.
Location & campus
Set in Waltham, Massachusetts (city), Brandeis University draws students from across Massachusetts and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Brandeis University
Q.How much does Brandeis University cost?
The average net price at Brandeis University is $35,736 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $86,448.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Brandeis University?
Brandeis University has a 6-year graduation rate of 86.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Brandeis University?
Brandeis University admits 41% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Brandeis University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Brandeis University graduate earns $77,231 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Brandeis University?
Published tuition is $68,080 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Brandeis University located?
Brandeis University is located in Waltham, Massachusetts (ZIP 02454).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Brandeis University at their official website.