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Brandeis University
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  • 4 Year
  • WALTHAM, MA

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5.10.2024

Given the current atmosphere at many colleges and universities, Brandeis has extended the fall transfer application deadline to May 31, with notification by July 1. Students elsewhere should know we welcome all — Jews and students from every background — who seek an excellent undergraduate education and an environment striving to be free of harassment to apply. Learn More

Report Card

grade A
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade A+
  2. Value
    grade B
  3. Diversity
    grade A+
  4. Campus
    grade D minus
  5. Athletics
    grade C+
  6. Party Scene
    grade C
  7. Professors
    grade A+
  8. Location
    grade B minus
  9. Dorms
    grade D minus
  10. Campus Food
    grade D+
  11. Student Life
    grade C
  12. Safety
    grade B+

About

415 SOUTH ST
WALTHAM, MA 02454
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (without football)
Athletic Conference
University Athletic Association
From Brandeis University

Brandeis is a medium-sized, top-tier research university — which means our students enjoy a combination of academic resources and access within a close-knit community. Students build close relationships with faculty and a dynamic community of students who are as invested in bettering themselves as they are in pursuing a greater good. Discover unmatched undergraduate research opportunities and the flexibility to combine different academic interests to create your own academic pathway.

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Brandeis University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
January 2
Acceptance Rate
39%
SAT Range
1370-1530
ACT Range
31-34
Application Fee
$80
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Considered but not required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$45,565 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$33,733 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
68%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade A+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
8:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
93%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 80 responses
75%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 91 responses
52%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 91 responses

Majors

Transfer to Brandeis

academic spotlight

Whether you're in search of a major or minor your current college doesn't offer or are looking for a campus supports and welcomes Jewish students, apply to transfer to Brandeis. Getting involved in our community is easy with small class sizes, a clubs Involvement Fair at the beginning of each semester, and Orientation Leaders who help you learn the ins and outs of campus.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    45%
  • On Campus
    55%
  • Online
    0%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
3,675 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
12
Undergrads Over 25
0%
Pell Grant
14%
Varsity Athletes
9%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 55 responses
  • Quirky
    29%
  • Passionate
    18%
  • Intelligent
    15%
  • Open-minded
    11%
  • Nerdy
    7%
  • Weird
    7%
  • Unfriendly
    5%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
98%
Poll
45%
of students say Greek life is pretty low-key and has little effect on the social scene. 80 responses
Poll
53%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 103 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 56 responses
  • Social Justice
    39%
  • Awk
    14%
  • Do your own thing
    14%
  • Pursue your interests
    13%
  • Hypocritical
    7%
  • Chill
    4%
  • Community
    2%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$57,900 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
87%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%
71%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 38 responses

Brandeis University Reviews

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