Babson Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

Babson College has shaped students’ future and polished them for succeeding in their professional lives for almost two decades now. The students from more than 80 countries have benefitted from their courses to date. Located in Wellesley, Massachusetts, this college is known for its world-class faculty that comprises entrepreneurs, writers, artists, and accomplished people from different spheres of the professional world. These tutors or professors have a profound knowledge of their related subjects and have vast experience of working.

 

The main focus of Babson College is to build leaders of all kinds that can drive business across all the markets with their power of entrepreneurship. The students of this college develop their business skills and gain knowledge about liberal arts that prove to be instrumental in developing their business mindset. The knowledge required to use entrepreneurial skills to solve real-life business issues is provided here. By implementing the things they learn in the classroom in practical situations, they become equipped to be the leaders of tomorrow. Many magazines have recognized these efforts and awarded Babson as one of the best business schools in the United States.

Courses Offered

What all courses are available to international students?

Babson College offers more than 110 undergraduate programs and several graduate programs to international students. Since it is a business school, only the courses that are related to business are taught here. Undergraduate programs in the following major disciplines are offered to international students:

 

 

Babson College offers full-time and part-time graduate programs in the following disciplines:

• Business Administration
• Management in Entrepreneurial Leadership
• Finance
• Business Analytics
• Advanced Management

Eligibility & Documents Required

What are the eligibility requirements?

The students who have completed a minimum of 12 years of high-school studies are eligible for the undergraduate programs. The students who wish to apply for the postgraduate programs must have a bachelor’s degree or any other equivalent certificate. Apart from these minimum academic qualifications, international students need to submit the SAT or ACT scores. Also, students who do not come from an English-speaking country need to submit English proficiency tests like TOEFL, IELTS, and PTE. The students need not provide the English language proficiency test scores if:

• Their native language is English.
• The students have completed a bachelor's or master's degree from a college or educational institute in New Zealand, India, Australia, Canada, Ireland, or the UK.
• The students have been an employee in the United States for a minimum of 2 consecutive years.

The range of average SAT, ACT, and GPA scores that are required to be eligible for any of the undergraduate and graduate programs of Babson College are given in the below table:

 

Eligibility Test	Average Score Range
SAT	1270-1490
ACT	27-33
GPA	3.6 and above

 

The minimum English language proficiency test scores that are required for securing admission to Babson College are listed below:

 

English Proficiency Test	Minimum Score
TOEFL iBT	100
IELTS	7
PTE	65

What all documents are needed for application?

Students must take care of the following things while submitting their documents:

• Only the high school or college transcripts that are in the English language are accepted by the university.
• If the transcripts are not in English, they can provide a certified English translation of their college or high-school transcripts. The original certificates should also be attached along with the translated ones while submitting the documents.
• Students who have completed their degree from outside Canada, UK, or the United States should submit an evaluation report from either of these three institutions:
  • International Education Research Foundation
  • Educational Credential Evaluators
  • World Education Services

International students need to submit these documents to support their application:

• Academic transcripts
• English language proficiency scores
• Exam scores
• Letters of Recommendation (LORs)
• Essay or Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Resume/CV
• Financial documents
• Copy of passport
• Other supplementary documents

Application & Tuition Fees

Is there any application fees?

Undergraduate applicants need to pay a one-time application fee of USD 75 while submitting their application via the standard application website. The graduate applicants will need to pay an application fee of USD 100, non-refundable. Application fee waivers are available to students who demonstrate financial need.

What is the fee structure of courses offered by the university?

International students need to pay program fees in addition to the tuition fees. This increases their fees from USD 3,300 to USD 12,800 compared to the tuition fees charged to a domestic student. The estimated fee structure of different programs are depicted in the below:

 

 

Note: The tuition fee tends to change with every year, and some additional charges might also be included in it. Also, the tuition fee can vary from program to program. Therefore, it is recommended that the students visit the official website of Babson College for exact details.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Is there any scholarship or financial aid available for international students?

Babson College offers scholarships to international undergraduate applicants based on merit and need. The students need to remember these things while applying for the need-based scholarships:

• The applicants need to submit their CSS profile to be considered for the need-based scholarships.
• The students who have applied for the Early Decision admission mode can submit their applications for need-based scholarships before mid-September.
• The deadline is early February for the students who have applied for the Regular Decision admission mode.

 

The students should remember these things while applying for the merit-based scholarships:

• The merit-based scholarships are usually provided to the students based on their academic performance and leadership skills that they have showcased in community and high-school activities.
• A minimum 3.0 GPA is required to qualify for specific merit-based scholarships.
• To be eligible for the MBA scholarships such as Hamilton or Babson MBA Fellowship, the applicants need to provide an extra essay portraying their entrepreneurial accomplishment.

Admission Process

When do the admissions start?

The admission process for undergraduate programs starts in September and ends by the mid of January. The students have three choices regarding admission - Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision. Early Decision is for the candidates who consider Babson as their first preference. Early Action is for the students who consider Babson among their top preferences when it comes to picking a college. Regular Decision is for the students who want to need extra time to finalize their decision.

 

The deadlines and applications dates of these respective events are:

 

Application Plan	Application Deadline
Early Decision	ED1- Early November ED2- Early January
Early Action	Early November
Regular Decision	Mid-January

 

The deadlines for the graduate programs differ as per programs. For example, students who wish to enroll in a One-year MBA program have deadlines from the end of October to mid-April. In contrast, students who wish to enroll in the Two-year MBA program have deadlines from end October to the end of June, depending upon the time they want to make their decision. Students who wish to apply for the part-time MBA program can opt for the January, May, or August enrolment schedules as per their convenience, and the deadlines vary accordingly. The table below shows the enrolment schedules and their respective deadlines of various graduate programs:

 

Graduate Program	Enrolment Schedule	Application Deadline
One-Year MBA	May	Late-October to Mid-April
Two-Year MBA	August	Late-October to Late-June
Part-time MBA	January	Mid-September to Early-December
	May	Early-February to Mid-April
	August	Early-February to End-June
Blended Learning MBA - Miami	August	Early-December to End-June
Master of Science in Management in Entrepreneurial Leadership	August	Late-October to Late-June
	January	Mid-September to Early-December
Master of Science in Finance	August	Late-October to Late-June
Master of Science in Business Analytics	August	Late-October to Late-June
Certificate in Advanced Management	January	Mid-September to Early-December
	May	Early-February to Mid-April
	August	Early-February to Late-June

 

Note: Some courses might have different deadlines as it varies according to the availability of seats and various other factors. Therefore, it is recommended that you refer to the official website of Babson College for accurate details on the deadlines.

How to apply to UG courses?

You can choose to apply through the university’s application portal or through the Common Application portal. As an international UG aspirant, you are advised to apply through the Common Application portal if you plan on applying to other US universities as well. If you are applying to only Babson College, then use the university portal. Do note that only one application needs to be submitted from either of the portals.

 

Applying to Babson College using the University portal

UG applicants need to register on the official website of Babson College and then fill an application form for enrolling in the programs of their choice. They will have to adhere to the below steps for applying to any of the undergraduate programs:

 

Step 1: Click on the Admission Section and select the option of ‘Undergraduate School.’ After that, they can click on the ‘Apply’ button. They can proceed with the Babson Application by using this link: connect.babson.edu/apply/.

 

 

Step 2: Here, the students will have to log in with their email id and password. New students will have to register on the portal first, with details like their email id, name, date of birth, etc. A temporary pin will be sent to their email address, and the students will have to confirm this pin to proceed further.

 

 

Step 3: After that, they can log in with their email address and password to continue with the application process. Once they login, they will be directed to the ‘Application Management’ page first.

 

 

Step 4: The students who have already applied for a program can see their application status in this page’s dashboard. New students will have to click on ‘Start New Application’ to fill the application form and complete the necessary formalities.

 

 

Step 5: After submitting the application form, the students can check the status on the dashboard of the ‘Application Management’ page.

 

 

How to apply to PG courses?

Graduate applicants can apply directly to the university using it application portal. You can follow these steps to fill your application form:

 

Step 1: Go to the ‘Admissions’ section and click on the ‘Graduate School’ option. Click on the ‘Apply’ button to proceed further. Link: babsongradapplication.force.com

 

 

Step 2: Here, the students who have registered on the website earlier will be asked to log in with their email id and password. New students will need to register first, and then they can log in to proceed further.

 

 

Step 3: Once they log into the portal, they will have to click on the ‘My Application’ button and fill the application form to apply for their chosen program. Each of these sections should be completed before submitting the form.

 

 

When will I hear from the university after I submit my application?

Graduate decisions are usually released 45 or 60 days after the date of submission. UG decisions are declared as application plans, such as:

 

Application Plan	Notification Date
Early Decision	ED1 - Mid December ED2 - Mid February
Early Action	Early January
Regular Decision	Mid-March

Student Diversity & Preferred Profile

What are the chances to get into this college?

Babson College selects only those students who can sustain the extensive syllabus and competitive academic environment. The writing skills, test scores, creativity, zeal, and leadership qualities of a student are considered while evaluating his/her application form. Around 27 percent of the total number of applications get selected every year. On average, only those students who possess high-school grades from A to B+ are chosen due to limited seats. 

How many Indian/international students are studying at the college?

The international student population constitutes up to 26 percent (Fall 2020) of Babson College's entire student strength. These foreign students belong to over 75 countries, including India and China.

 

 

Part Time Work While Studying

Can I work while studying here?

International students who have an F-1 or J-1 student visa cannot work outside the campus without appropriate authorization. However, the students can work inside the campus with or without authorization, as per the regulations on their visas. F-1 students must fill and submit the On-Campus Employment and SS Request Form to obtain the SSN, i.e., Social Security Number required for an on-campus job. Authorization is necessary in this case. Students who have J-1 Visa will need to apply for the Glavin Office’s authorization by filling the On-Campus Employment & SS Request Form. A student may work up to 20 hours per week during the academic sessions. This work hour restriction can exceed 20 hours during holidays or vacations.

Campuses & Accommodation

How many schools and campuses does the college have?

Babson College has one main campus located in Wellesley with academic hubs in Miami and Boston. Its residential campus and hubs are also open for the students who participate in various events and festivals that the college conducts across the year. It has 10 major academic divisions, and other centres and institutes that are designed to provide students with real-life experience to put into practice what they learn in the classroom.

 

 

Is on-campus housing available?

Around 80 percent of the undergraduate and 75 percent of graduate students get accommodation on the campus. The main campus in Wellesley has 18 residence halls meant for undergraduate students only. Apart from the residence halls, the students can also reside in special housing with others who share common goals and interests. Some of these spaces are reserved for female students.

 

Graduate students need to apply for on-campus accommodation due to the limited options available for the apartments. The Boston and Miami hubs have convened spaces for the students to grow as a community. The annual housing or room charges can range from USD 10,000 to USD 12,000, depending upon the students' living style and amenities.

 

Graduate Housing Rates

 

Accommodation Type	Accommodation facilities	Rent/Semester (in USD)
L-style two bedroom	Bookshelf, private bathroom, lounge, etc.	6,897 to 8,770
G-style one bedroom	Queen-size bed, bookshelf, private bathroom, lounge, etc.	8,039 to 8,770
H-style 1.5 bedroom	Queen bed, private bathroom, bookshelf, lounge, etc.	8,039 to 8,770
J-style 2 bedroom	Queen bed, private bathroom, bookshelf, lounge, etc.	8,039 to 8,770
F-style studio	Living room, Queen-size bed, private bathroom, lounge, etc.	7,460 to 8,626
Studio Singles	Liftable bed, dresser, bookshelf, full bathroom, etc.	7,460
Studio Doubles	Liftable bed, dresser, bookshelf, full bathroom, etc.	6,400
K-style one bedroom	Living room, Queen-size bed, private bathroom, lounge, etc.	7,460 to 8,626

Source: Babson College

 

Undergraduate Housing Rates

 

Room Type	Annual Rent in USD
Single	12,400
Quad	9,600
Studio Double	12,800
Suite Single	12,500
Double	11,540
Triple	10,200

Source: Babson College

 

Note: The housing charges may vary each year due to the several factors associated with it. It may include any extra or unforeseen charges as well. Therefore, it is recommended that the students refer to the college’s official website for accurate information on this year’s room rents or housing fees.

University Contact Information

Whom should I contact in case of any doubts?

The students can contact the university directly in case of any doubts:

Address: 231 Forest Street, Babson Park, MA 02457, USA

Telephone: 781-235-1200

Website: www.babson.edu/

Email ID: isss@babson.edu