Babson College

Babson College

(Babson)

Wellesley, MAPrivateBusinessNCAA D3Admissions

Babson College is a private business school in Wellesley, Massachusetts, ranked number one in entrepreneurship education for over 25 years. Its distinctive curriculum requires all students to launch an actual business during their first year, creating a campus culture centered on innovation, venture creation, and practical business experience.

Mascot: Beaver

Notable Alumni

Arthur Blank (co-founder of Home Depot)Akio Toyoda (chairman of Toyota)Roger Enrico (former CEO of PepsiCo)

At a Glance

Acceptance Rate
24%
SAT (Optional)
1280–1430
Avg GPA
3.92
Enrollment
2.5K
Setting
Suburban
Founded
1919

Cost

Tuition$58K
Room & Board$19K
Est. Annual Total$77K

Published sticker prices for 2025-2026. Actual cost after aid varies.

Top Programs & National Ranking

Approximate national ranking based on departmental rankings, research output, and program reputation.

Highlights

#1 in entrepreneurship
All students start a business
Strong alumni startup network

Athletics

Division
NCAA Division 3
Conference
New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference
View on NCAA.com

Safety

Campus SafetySafe

Babson College Police Department operates 24/7 with electronically secured dorms, safety escort service, and a daily crime log. Most incidents are alcohol-related disciplinary actions.

Neighborhood SafetyVery Safe

Wellesley is one of the safest communities in Massachusetts, with violent crime rates far below national averages.

Based on Clery Act data, student surveys, and local crime statistics.

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