Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Longmeadow, Massachusetts |
| Online | baypath.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Bay Path University, located in the suburban town of Longmeadow, Massachusetts, sits on a traditional New England campus eight miles south of Springfield. Founded in 1897 as a business training school for women, Bay Path has evolved into a private university that maintains women-only undergraduate programs while offering co-educational graduate degrees. The institution specializes in career-focused academic programs, particularly in business, cybersecurity, health sciences, and psychology, with both on-campus and online learning options. The 46-acre main campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the Blake Student Commons and Carr Hall, with traditional residence halls housing undergraduate students. Bay Path competes in NCAA Division III athletics as a member of the New England Collegiate Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Bay Path University is rated within the top 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Bay Path University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#531 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#370 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#34 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#30 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#142 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1140 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2026 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $13,316 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $54,243 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 31% |
| Business | 28% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Legal Professions | 7% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025