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Brandeis University

Waltham, Massachusetts 02454-9110

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for biology

Brandeis University is a private institution in Waltham with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1473, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 3.7K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

86% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $77,231 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $33,885.

Established
1948
Motto
Hebrew: אמת, romanized: Emet
Mascot
The Judge and Ollie the Owl (named for Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.)
Type
Private research university
Conference
University Athletic Association (UAA)
Division
Division III

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35%Acceptance
1473SAT Avg
3,663Students
11:1Student:Faculty
86%Grad Rate
$77,231Earnings 10yr
$33,885Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate35.3%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1473

Reading & WritingMid: 710
690750
MathMid: 740
700780

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 33
3134

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$64,946
Room & Board$19,096
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$82,123
Average Net Price$33,885
Median Debt at Graduation$25,648
Monthly Payment (10yr)$272

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,366
$30–48K$15,077
$48–75K$17,974
$75–110K$26,231
$110K+$53,720

Programs (98)

Student Body

Undergrads
3,663
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
16%
Pell Grant Recipients
14%

Race & Ethnicity

White 42%
Black 6%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 17%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 21%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate86.1%
Freshman Retention90.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$52,967
8 Years$69,857
10 Years$77,231

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$61,600
Men
$79,100

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