At a glance
Average net price
$30,684
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
53.6%
Admission rate
74%
Undergrad size
1,089
In-state tuition
$46,526
Out-of-state tuition
$46,526
Cost of attendance
$64,889
Median earnings (10y)
$38,109
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 68.3%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (38%), trades & services (24%), business (21%).
- STEM3%
- Health3%
- Business21%
- Humanities & arts38%
- Social sciences12%
- Trades & services24%
- Business20.6%~224 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~216 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Parks & recreation17.0%~185 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication10.8%~118 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology6.9%~75 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~75 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts5.4%~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education3.6%~39 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~28 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Social sciences1.8%~20 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.1%~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.7%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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
24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 113 | — | $27,000 |
| Dance. | Bachelor's | 65 | $21,538 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 52 | $34,404 | $26,250 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 51 | $21,845 | $27,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 38 | — | $12,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 25 | $31,179 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Associate's | 24 | — | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 16 | $22,516 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 10 | — | $17,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 8 | — | $12,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Dance. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
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 Dean College
Dean College is a mid-sized institution located in Franklin, Massachusetts, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,089 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Visual & performing arts, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Dean College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $30,684 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $46,526 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $64,889 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 53.6%, a above-average completion outcome. 68.3% 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 $38,109 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Dean College confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Visual & performing arts, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (38% of credentials), trades & services (24% of credentials), business (21% 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
Dean College accepts 74% of applicants, making it moderately selective.
Location & campus
Set in Franklin, Massachusetts (suburb), Dean College 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 Dean College
Q.How much does Dean College cost?
The average net price at Dean College is $30,684 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $64,889.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Dean College?
Dean College has a 6-year graduation rate of 53.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Dean College?
Dean College admits 74% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Dean College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Dean College graduate earns $38,109 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Dean College?
Published tuition is $46,526 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Dean College located?
Dean College is located in Franklin, Massachusetts (ZIP 02038).
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 Dean College at their official website.