Wellesley, MA · Boston, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Babson College | Boston University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 19.7% | 10.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $56,032 | $65,168 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $56,032 | $65,168 |
| Average Net Price | $10,673 | $14,465 |
| Graduation Rate | 92.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Babson College accepts 19.7% of applicants. Boston University accepts 10.8%. Babson College's tuition is $56,032. Boston University's is $65,168. Babson College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 92% at Babson College, 90% at Boston University.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Boston University. It accepts 10.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Babson College has lower published tuition: $56,032 versus $65,168. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Babson College: 92% of students finish in 6 years. Boston University is at 90%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.