Dean College, a private, two-year college, offers a unique educational experience in the tradition of a New England college. Its friendly, secure 100 acre campus blends classic architecture and modern facilities, a focused academic program, exceptional learning support, and a wealth of activities for participation and leadership. Dean's primary mission is preparing graduates for transfer to Bachelor's degree programs at leading colleges and universities. Approximately 90 percent of Dean graduates successfully make this transition.

Programs
Learning Center, Personalized Learning Services, the FACTS Advising Center, College Success Seminar,Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars, Honors Program, Mandatory Internship Program.

Putnam/Dean Pathway:

Through a unique partnership with Putnam Investments, Dean College provides an opportunity for students to gain valuable experience and learn about the rapidly growing mutual fund industry. Students work in a state-of-the-art facility located on the Dean Campus.

Key facts
Campus features

-Campus center, Center for Performing Arts, computer center, gymnasium, health & wellness center, telecommunications center, tennis courts

Library

-54,000 vols; 350 periodicals

Computer facilities

-150 computers available for student use in computer center, some dormitories wired for computer use, access to email and internet available

Extracurricular

-Orientation program, drama/theatre group, studentrun newspaper, literary magazine, radio station, 30 social organizations, six varsity sports for men; four varsity sports for women

Dormitories

-On-campus residence required through sophomore year. Residence hall accommodations include co-educational, a wellness hall, an international hall, and an honors residence

Public transportation

-Rail/taxi

Enrollment

-800 undergraduates
Co-educational

Community

-Population of Franklin: 26,000

Location

-Location: Franklin, Massachusetts
-Nearest city: Boston (45 minutes)
-Nearest international airport: Logan (Boston) International Airport

Majors
Business Administration, Child Studies/Education, Communications, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, Dance*, Liberal Arts (Computers, Humanities, Math/Science, Social Science), Liberal Studies, Sports/Fitness Studies, Athletic Training, Physical Education, Sports Management, Theatre Arts (Musical Theatre, Theatre)

*4 year BA also available. Dance majors may audition for independent study carrying college credit at the world-renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Center in New York City.

Articulation Agreements include (among others):
Bryant College, Clark University, Clarkson University, Curry College, Fashion Institute of, Technology, Ithaca College, Long Island University,, C.W. Post Campus, New York University, Northeastern University, Quinnipiac College, Trinity College of Vermont, University of Massachusetts at, Dartmouth, Wheelock College

ESL program available
Faculty
-70 (25 full-time)
-4:1 student/faculty ratio