Bay Path University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Bay Path University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Bay Path University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,278, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The university offers 29 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 57%, and a student-faculty ratio of 7:1. Tuition and fees for students are $37,227.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile23-31
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1020-1140
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
93%
Online student enrollment
7:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
52%
Unknown
13%
Black
11%
Hispanic
19%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
54% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
58
Total Online Enrollment
2,447
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.93% online, 7% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
25% On-campus
75% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates50% online
Associate80% online
Bachelor's66% online
Graduate Certificate92% online
Master's75% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $37,227 | $37,227 |
| Graduate | $19,235 | $19,235 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,800 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,316 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,900 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $3,500 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,400 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,400 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $54,243 | $54,243 |
| Off-campus without family | $44,927 | $44,927 |
| Off-campus with family | $41,427 | $41,427 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
54%
State Grant Aid
45%
Institution Grant Aid
86%
Pell Grant
54%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$37k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
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Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 8 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 9 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 10 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 11 | Psychology. | |||
| 12 | Science Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 13 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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