Admissions Overview
The admission process at Babson College has a 20% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Babson College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
20%
Very Selective
Application Volume
7,995
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
40%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Babson College has a 20% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Babson College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Babson College. About 30% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,380 to 1,500. Additionally, about 6% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
30% of students submitted400
1600
1380 – 1500
200
800
660 – 720
200
800
720 – 780
ACT Scores
6% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
29 – 35
1
36
28 – 35
Admission Statistics
7,995 students applied to BABSON. Of those, 20% were accepted (1,578 students). Of these 1,578 accepted students, 626 chose to enroll.
7,995
Total Applicants
1,578
Students Admitted
626
Students Enrolled
20%
Acceptance Rate