Babson College shapes the entrepreneurial leaders our world needs most: those with strong functional knowledge and the skills and vision to navigate change, accommodate ambiguity, surmount complexity, and motivate teams in a common purpose to create sustainable economic and social value in organizations of all types and sizes. A global leader in entrepreneurship education, Babson offers undergraduate, graduate, and executive education programs as well as partnership opportunities.
As the No. 1 undergraduate school for entrepreneurship for 24 consecutive years, Babson's Undergraduate School provides a top-ranked education, blending business and liberal arts programs with curricular and cocurricular learning that teaches students to turn ideas into action. Studying business doesn't mean you have to give up on fun. Babson has the classic aspects of a college campus—athletics, Greek life, arts, clubs and organizations. When something doesn't exist, our students take an entrepreneurial approach to create communities, opportunities, and moments that contribute to a vibrant and thriving living and learning environment.
Babson has an undergraduate student population of 2,342 students—including 44% U.S. students of color and 28% international students, underscoring Babson's commitment to diversity.
With a global network of more than 43,000 alumni in 125 countries, Babson graduates prove that you don't need to start a business to be an entrepreneur. Rather, entrepreneurship is a mindset—one that makes students innovative, flexible, creative, and out of the box thinkers. That entrepreneurial mindset can be applied to innovating within a large corporation, solving global social issues, or starting a business in any industry, sectors, or function.
That entrepreneurial mindset gives Babson students an edge in today's evolving global economy. Ninety nine percent of Babson alumni are employed or attending graduate school within six months of graduation, and Payscale has consistently named the College the top business school in the country for salary potential.
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Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admission
Address
Lunder Admission Center
Babson Park, MA 02457
Babson Park, MA 02457
Phone
800-488-3696
Email
ugradadmission@babson.edu
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Horn Library
Trim Dining Hall
Sorenson Center for the Arts
BRAC Athletic Center
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Friday; select Saturday & Sundays
8:30am-4:30pm
800-488-3696
8:30am-4:30pm
800-488-3696
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.; plus 12:00 p.m. in the summer
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.; plus 12:00 p.m. in the summer
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Tuesday 9:00 AM EST, Thursday 7:00 PM EST
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Arrangements
Other
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Logan International Airport is approximately 12 miles from campus. Taxis are available for the ride to campus, but they are quite expensive. Public transportation is more economical. Take the MBTA train from the Airport (Blue Line) inbound into Boston. Transfer at Government Center to the Green Line, and take the Riverside train to Riverside Station. From there, you can take a taxi for the 3-mile ride to campus. Amtrak trains and Greyhound buses run to Boston.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From I-90 (Massachusetts Tpke.), exit to I-95/Route 128 S. Follow I-95 to Exit 20B (Route 9W). Continue on Rte. 9 W for 1.9 miles and take the Rte. 16 exit. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Rte. 16 W. (Washington St.). Follow Rte. 16 W. for half a mile and turn left at the traffic lights onto Forest St. Follow Forest St. for 1 mile to the stop sign. Proceed straight through the intersection for .2 miles. The main entrance to the Babson campus will be on your right.
Local Accommodations
Stay right on campus at the Babson Center for Executive Education (781-239-4000). Afforadable, luxurious accomodations which include a great breakfast. Courtyard Marriott 342 Speen Street, Natick 800-321-2211 or 508-655-6100 Crowne Plaza 1360 Worcester Road (Rte. 9 East), Natick 508-653-8800 Travelodge Natick 1350 Worcester Road, Natick 508-655-2222
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Admissions
Overall
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Babson College bases its acceptance of students on both academic and nonacademic factors. The academic factors include high school record, recommendations, standardized test scores, and essays. The nonacademic factors include extracurricular activities, demonstrated leadership, character/personal qualities, volunteer work, work experience, creativity and enthusiasm, and a willingness to contribute to the Babson community in meaningful ways. Graduation from secondary school is required for admission. The most competitive students have taken approximately 5 solid academic courses per year at the highest available level (Honors, Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate). The SAT I or ACT is required for admission. The TOEFL or IELTS is required for students who are nonnative English speakers. Babson offers several application programs. Students may apply Early Decision (binding process), Early Action or Regular Decision. The deadline for Early Decision I and Early Action is November 1. The deadline for Early Decision II and Regular Decision is January 2. Transfer students may apply for September entrance by March 15 and for January entrance by October 15.
Overview
Applicants: 6,501
Acceptance Rate: 27%
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
620 - 700
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
650 - 760
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1280 - 1430
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
27 - 32
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Deadlines
Early Decision — November 1
Early Decision II — January 2
Early Action — November 1
Regular — January 2
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Application Essay
Recommendation(s)
Non-Academic
Extracurricular Activities
Character / Personal Qualities
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
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Academic Programs
Babson College's academic curriculum blends business fundamentals with liberal arts and sciences courses, helping students build critical thinking and communication skills for the modern business world.
Students can customize their degree with optional concentrations. Our 27 concentrations are like majors, but better, requiring fewer courses and allowing students to focus learning on one or more subject areas of interest. They offer a targeted way to customize a Babson degree, connect with specific faculty advisers, and align education with career aspirations.
At Babson, you learn to:
- Think entrepreneurially, turning ideas into action
- Communicate effectively when writing and speaking
- Understand global and multicultural perspectives
- Lead teams effectively to tackle challenges
- Analyze data to gain insights and develop strategies
- Create socially responsible and ethical business solutions
With a $50 million gift from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, Babson recently established and launched the Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership to advance and amplify values-driven entrepreneurial leadership on a global scale. The Blank School is fueling the future of entrepreneurial leadership, and making a global impact when the world needs it most.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Babson offers a Bachelor of Science degree to future leaders looking to create social and economic value around the world. The academic experience at Babson is uniquely designed for students who want to study business while developing an entrepreneurial mindset and gaining real-world experience. Our focus on entrepreneurial leadership enables you to discover your strengths, pursue your passions, and create your path to success.
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
14:1
Total Faculty
247
with Terminal Degree
188
144
Men
103
Women
52
Minority
7
International
Most frequent class size
30 - 39
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
90%
Graduate in 5 years
93%
Graduate in 6 years
93%
Majors
-
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Students Say
Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts, has a straightforward goal: to create entrepreneurs through an integrated curriculum of business fundamentals with liberal arts and science. Students here "not only study innovation but learn to embody it," graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree. Each student can select one or two concentrations (similar to a major) in order to hone their degree more centrally to their interests, ranging from Statistical Modeling to Global Business Management, but all must participate in preset Core Experiences, including a First-Year Seminar and the year-long, "exciting [and] stimulating" Foundations of Management and Entrepreneurship (FME). FME puts students into small groups in which they develop and launch an actual business venture, innovations that then donate all proceeds to charity. Babson prides itself on this type of unique and innovative curriculum, which incorporates "project-based classes," "lots of out-of-classroom work," and "tons...of funding opportunities" for travel, conferences, and research. Students love the sense of academic direction they are given from the start, as "the school has very specific learning goals and makes it clear as to what path you are heading down."
The core of academics at Babson are the "engaged professors with real-world experience" who call upon that experience to improve classroom learning: "They don't just pull everything from a textbook," says a student. In fact, faculty have achieved "great accomplishments in their respective fields" and are "really able to speak to things students will need in the workplace." Instructors will also meet with students "outside of the classroom to... offer advice on...business ventures," fostering entrepreneurial insight in students' free time. Extra help in that regard is offered by an alumni network that "is very responsive given how small and community-like Babson is." Plus, "the entrepreneurial education...is particularly appealing to employers."
Degrees
Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Jennifer Bailey
Assistant Professor, Technology, Operation, and Information
Wiljeana Jackson Glover
Assistant Professor, Technology, Operations, and Information
Keith Rollag
Associate Professor and Chair, Management Division
Raj Sisodia
FW Olin Distinguished Professor , Global Business
Andrew Corbett
Professor and Chair, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Division
Prominent Alumni
Arthur Blank '63
Owner and Chairman, Atlanta Falcons; Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer, AMB Group LLC; Co-founder, The Home Depot
Carolina V. Jannicelli '96
Managing Director, JP Morgan Chase, and Fortune?s 50 Most Powerful Latinas 2017
Richelieu Dennis Jr. '91
Founder and Chairman, Essence Ventures LLC
Dean Metropoulos '67, MBA'68
Chairman and CEO, Metropoulos
Kevin Colleran '03, H'15
Founder and Managing Director, Slow Ventures, Venture Partner at General Catalyst Partners, and former Director of National Sales, Facebook
Alberto Perlman '98
Co-founder & CEO, Zumba Fitness LLC
Jamie Siminoff '99
Chief Inventor and Founder, Ring
Academic Rating
81/99
Careers
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
90%
Graduate in 5 years
93%
Graduate in 6 years
93%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Information from PayScale:
Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$77,800
Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$155,400
Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$78,800
Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$161,700
Percent High Job Meaning
43%
Percent STEM
2%
Students Say
Given the entrepreneurial focus of Babson, students here “tend to be heavily invested in their life after Babson and in setting themselves up for a comfortable career.” It’s also helpful that “the alumni network is learning very responsive given how small and communitylike Babson is.” That adds together and proves to be successful too, as the school has “wonderful job and graduate placement numbers”: 99 percent of students were employed or attending graduate school within six months of graduation. The Centers for Career Development are “one of the most active voices on campus and constantly has extremely useful events” that connect students with learning opportunities such as Management Consulting Field Experience. Additionally, the “extensive time taken to teach students here how to view the world through an entrepreneurial lens” is well-known to employers, “making Babson standout candidates for jobs.”
Excerpt from Colleges That Create Futures
Many alumni we interviewed agree that Babson's renown in entrepreneurship drew them to the school; standing that is due, in part, to the internationally recognized immersion course, Foundations of Management and Entrepreneurship (FME). The program attracts many students to the College, including alumnus Ross Beyeler, the founder of Growth Spark, who was "immediately hooked" on the idea of starting a business his first year. In the yearlong FME program, the college loans teams of first-year students $3,000 to launch their own businesses under the tutelage of two dedicated faculty members. Students learn the ins and outs of entrepreneurship, marketing, accounting, organizational behavior, information systems, and operations, as well as the integrated role these functions play in a business. As part of their work, students also establish a partnership with a local social services agency. The team donates eighty hours of community service to their partner agency and all the profits from their business after paying back the college's initial loan. The value of this award-winning course is clear. Dr. Candida Brush, vice provost of global entrepreneurial leadership at Babson, explains, "Because of this signature learning experience, our freshmen are ‘changed' because they have entrepreneurial skills by the end of their second semester." Students recognize this value as well. "I compare my education to what my peers are receiving at other schools, and feel very confident that I'm more than prepared to compete in the working world," a business administration major confides.
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
2020-2021 total estimated cost: $74,952
Tuition: $54,144
Room: $11,540
Meal Plan: $6,128
Financial Aid
Babson awards $48 million in undergraduate aid; $42 million comes directly from Babson in grants and scholarships. Approximately 50% of Babson's undergraduates receive financial assistance. Babson meets approximately 100% of students' demonstrated need in their first year. Babson commits to each student's level of Babson Grant for four years, provided there are no major changes to the family's financial circumstances or a change in the number of the student's siblings in college.
We require the FAFSA and the CSS Profile in order to be considered for Financial Aid. In addition to Financial Aid, we award many scholarships based on merit and other criteria.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Feb 1
Notification Date
Apr 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Forms CSSProfile
Forms Divorced Parent
Forms CSSProfile
Forms Divorced Parent
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$41,428
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$43,307
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,176
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
37%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$37,375
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$41,428
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$55,714
Required Fees
$0
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,218
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$6,000
Transportation for Commuters
$2,114
On-Campus Room and Board
$18,198
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal and Institutional
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
96/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
Every year, Babson enrolls undergraduate students who are among the best in the world. Rugby players, debaters, journalists, rock climbers, scuba divers, musicians, and astronomers—each member of our campus community is unique and brings their own perspective to Babson. The diverse student population allows students to learn from each other and come together as part of a dynamic living and learning community.
Babson's co-curricular opportunities reflect a tapestry of emerging student interests and passions that you will have an opportunity to fully immerse in, connect to, and lead. There are more than 100 student clubs and organizations on campus, including the Babson Dance Ensemble, Improv Troupe, Babson Fashion Group, Babson's Community of Developers & Entrepreneurs (CODE), Black Student Union, and Investment Club. Twenty-one percent of the student population participates in Greek Life.
Babson offers 22 NCAA Division III Varsity Athletic Programs—11 for men, 11 for women—club sports, and recreational programming.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,457
Foreign Countries Represented
78
Demographics
11.75%
Asian
4.27%
Black
13.55%
Hispanic
35.20%
Caucasian
5.87%
Unknown
26.61%
International
45% female
55% male
76% are out of state
99% are full time
1% are part time
Students Say
This is "a very tight-knit community among both students and professors," and people here are "active, involved, and love to get out of the classroom to be together." The student body has "many international students," which "gives it a real business setting." Better yet, students here are "humble but passionate about business." It's commonly said that you "need to be self-disciplined to survive here," and that holds true since all students seem to "have a certain ambition and drive" on campus. You won't have to worry much about entrepreneurial competition at Babson, though, as everyone is "very professional [and] focused on networking and making connections." And those connections are plentiful with the diversity of backgrounds brought to the school each year: there are "many extremely wealthy students along with many students who receive full financial aid." But regardless of background, "the business mentality is prominent in the entire student body." This is evidenced by the great lengths some will go to in order to promote their entrepreneurial efforts: "I don't think I've ever entered a bathroom stall without a link or poster for a start-up or FME venture posted on the wall," says one student.
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
The Babson campus is located in Wellesley, MA, just 10 miles west of Boston.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Babson Recreation and Athletics Complex
From its Olympic lifting platforms to its array of cardio equipment and multipurpose courts, the newly completed Babson Recreation and Athletics Complex (BRAC) is the College's home for community building, serving as a destination for students to pursue health and wellness initiatives, and as a programming space for myriad events. BRAC features three basketball courts, two floors of exercise spaces, and multipurpose recreational rooms, as well as Varsity locker rooms and an enhanced sports medicine area.
The Weissman Foundry
The Weissman Foundry at Babson College is a cutting-edge studio dedicated to fostering creative and collaborative projects led by a community of Babson, Olin, and Wellesley college students. The Foundry's intentional mashup of student disciplines and interests ignites forward-thinking idea exploration, iteration, and design, and facilitates meaningful knowledge transfer between its community members.
Finance Lab at the Stephen D. Cutler Center for Investments and Finance
A new, state of the art finance lab at Babson College sits at the heart of campus and has 42 workstations equipped with Bloomberg terminals, FactSet, and other tools used by industry professionals. The new facility provides students with unique opportunities to learn and lead through signature learning experiences designed to prepare them for successful careers in financial services and a variety of thought leadership events that bring some of the brightest minds in finance to campus.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Located just 10 miles from downtown Boston, Babson offers a number of opportunities for students to travel to the city for class, or for fun. Boston is rich in history, diversity, food and culture. And with four major sports teams, Boston boasts year-round activities that are sure to keep students busy and entertained outside of class.
Venture Beyond Babson
A Babson undergraduate education extends beyond the borders of the Wellesley campus. Students are encouraged to infuse their learning with international experiences, including:
- Spend an academic year, semester, or summer abroad through one of Babson's 100+ approved education abroad programs
- Travel with a Babson faculty member during an academic break on an Elective Abroad
- Hone consulting skills on an international consulting project
Babson partners with top international business schools and organizations to offer academically rigorous and culturally engaging experiences abroad while earning credit toward your degree.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
53%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
87/99
First-Year Students living on campus
79%
Campus Environment
Village
89/99
Housing Options
Dorms Coed
Frat Sorority
Frat Sorority
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Wellness Housing
Students Say
Going hand-in-hand with the academic drive of students, class and work occupy most of the week, and "fun is something that is saved for weekends or late nights," explains one Babson Beaver. On those weekdays and nights not spent in class, students are "encouraged to take on some type of leadership position or at least be engaged in one or multiple clubs," so meetings flesh out the open hours. That might seem like a lot, but not for this motivated group"because of the heavy emphasis on entrepreneurship, there is no 'I will do it later' attitude"and it's not unusual for students "to be working on several other ventures and competitions outside of their classes and school-related extracurriculars." From a social perspective, "intelligence and achievement [are] valued," and "you would never hear someone boast about not doing their homework." Academics aside, Wellesley is "a beautiful place to explore, grab a bite to eat, and shop," and "since there is no class on Fridays, students will take weekend trips." For those willing to travel a little further, Boston is relatively close, and students often "spend...days in the city visiting new places, restaurants, [and] museums."
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Accessibility Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Mary Powell
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
No
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
No
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
2
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
100
Number of Honor Societies
2
Number of Social Sororities
4
Number of Religious Organizations
8
6% join a fraternity
15% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
Men's Sports (Beavers)
11 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing Downhill Alpine
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing Downhill Alpine
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Beavers)
12 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing Downhill Alpine
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Diving
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Skiing Downhill Alpine
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Womens Center
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Boston University
Womens Center
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Boston University
Sustainability
89/99
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
No
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
5%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
No
Car Sharing Program
Yes
Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program
No
Condensed Work Week Option For Employees
Yes
Free Or Reduced Price Transit Passes And/Or Free Campus Shuttle
No
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
No
Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters
No
Reduced Parking Fees For Car And Van Poolers
No
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
No
School Developed Bicycle Plan
No
School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees
Yes
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Yes
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
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