Dean College

  • 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 1,345 students (84% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 57%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,345 students
  • Private-state tuition: $40,414
  • Acceptance Rate: 74%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 43%
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

The teacher population of 239 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Dean College
(MA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
239 staff
290 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Dean College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has increased from 5:1 over five years.
The Dean College diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,345 students
2,106 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,132 students
1,039 students
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# Part-Time Students
213 students
1,619 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Dean College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Massachusetts.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
134 students
278 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,132 students
839 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
99 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
213 students
1,619 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
83 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,049 students
443 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
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% Asian
1%
6%
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% Hispanic
10%
21%
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% Black
11%
15%
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% White
57%
43%
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% Hawaiian
4%
1%
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% Two or more races
4%
3%
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% Non Resident races
2%
2%
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% Unknown races
10%
9%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Massachusetts.
Diversity Score
0.65
0.74
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.2128%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4472%
0.4706%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,600
$35,500
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Dean 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 $40,414 is more than the state average of $30,266. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$40,414
$30,266
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
87%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$25,000
$12,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
74%
75%
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SAT Reading
513
540
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SAT Math
495
523
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SAT Writing
415
475
This chart displays the SAT Writing score of Dean College and the community college average SAT Writing score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
ACT Composite
20
26
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ACT English
22
23
This chart displays the ACT English score of Dean College and the community college average ACT English score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data.
ACT Math
22
22
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ACT Writing
7
7
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dean College cost?
Dean College's private state tuition is approximately $40,414.
What is the acceptance rate of Dean College?
The acceptance rate of Dean College is 74%, which is lower than the state average of 75%.
What sports does Dean College offer?
Dean College offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,345 students
  • Private-state tuition: $40,414
  • Acceptance Rate: 74%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 43%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Norfolk County, MA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.66, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Norfolk County, MA is Massachusetts Bay Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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