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Franklin W Olin College of Engineering

Needham, MAPrivate NonprofitSuburb Setting
Selective • 25% Acceptance
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25%
Accept Rate
Selective
$25,171
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
377
Students
Small campus body
$105,483
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Franklin W Olin College of Engineering is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburb setting of Needham, MA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 377 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 25%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
377 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
25% (Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading723 - 768
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math770 - 790
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite35 (midpoint)
1midpoint value36
25%
Acceptance Rate
Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Engineering100% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Engineering, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $135,136
Earnings 5yr: $128,427
Debt: $14,512
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $106,657
Debt: N/A
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$25,171
In-State Tuition$66,398
Out-of-State Tuition$66,398
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

12%
Pell Grants
25%
Take Loans
N/A
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$105,483
+23% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$129,455

Completion Signals

96%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
98%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,287
Est. Monthly Payment
$154/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

53%
Men
47%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 53% men and 47% women.

Student Vitals

Part-Time Share
0%
Avg Family Income
$107,676
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