Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Waltham, Massachusetts |
| Online | brandeis.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Brandeis University, located in Waltham, Massachusetts, sits on a suburban campus nine miles west of Boston. Founded in 1948 as a nonsectarian institution sponsored by the American Jewish community, Brandeis was established on the site of the former Middlesex University and named after Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis. The university maintains a selective admissions process and is known for its strong liberal arts curriculum, particularly in the social sciences, with notable strengths in international and global studies, neuroscience, and creative arts. Research is a significant focus of the institution, which houses multiple research centers and maintains connections with neighboring scientific institutions. Students are required to live on campus for their first three years, residing in traditional residence halls or suite-style apartments spread across the 235-acre hillside campus.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Brandeis University is rated within the top 19% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Brandeis University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#90 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#81 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#12 in Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts
#422 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#21 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1370/1530 |
| ACT | 31/34 |
| GPA | 3.84 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $80 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $598 |
| Room and Board | $17,092 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $81,914 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 26% |
| Biology | 13% |
| Ethnic Studies | 9% |
| General Studies | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024