Bay Path College is a women-only, private college located in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, United States. The college primarily admits only women. Men are, however, allowed to take up graduate programs. The college was founded in 1897. It offers more than 30 majors in various fields of arts and science.
The college campus is home to a Literary Club, and a Theatre Workshop. Both of these encourage students to take part in various creative activities.
The students at Bay Path College take part in various intercollegiate athletic events including basketball, soccer, softball, cross country, tennis, volleyball, and field hockey. The college also encourages students to take part in various club sports of their choice.
Bay Path is in Longmeadow, MA. Longmeadow is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Bay Path issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include business and management, computer science and engineering, therapy and counseling, and liberal arts.
Not all applicants to Bay Path are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 550 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 430 to 520 in 2007. People seek out Bay Path, and many students are from other states.
Approximately 1,603 students study at the school (in 2007). A large number of students at Bay Path are 40 years old or older. The school is a largely female school.
Very few students at Bay Path attend part-time. Students participate in North Atlantic Conference athletics.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"A pioneer in innovative undergraduate programs for women and professional graduate degrees for men and women, Bay Path College, through its focus on leadership, communication, and technology, educates students to become confident and resourceful contributors to our increasingly interdependent world.
Students are challenged to accept the responsibilities and to experience the rewards of leadership through their education at Bay Path College. Opportunities to build and strengthen technological, analytical, and oral and written communication skills are thoroughly integrated into the curriculum. Students apply and expand their knowledge through internships, field placements, or focused projects in a wide variety of settings.
The College, which values and promotes diversity, respects the needs, views, and rights of others. A dedicated community of faculty and staff fosters the social and personal as well as the intellectual development of all students."
More complete details are provided below.
Bay Path College
588 Longmeadow Street
Longmeadow, MA 01106
General Phone: (413) 565-1000
http://www.baypath.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 136 | business management, business, business administration |
| Liberal Arts | 134 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Therapy And Counseling | 62 | psychology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 46 | information science, computer support |
| Law | 29 | legal assistant, legal professions |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 19 | corrections and criminal justice, forensic science |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 13 | occupational therapy |
| Science | 7 | biology, biotechnology |
| Design | 3 | interior design |
Number of programs and degrees for Bay Path in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 293 | 9 |
| Master's degree | 76 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 68 | 3 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 12 | 2 |
In 2007, Bay Path had a total enrollment of 1,603 students (1,327 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 84% |
| Graduate | 16% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 8% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Bay Path offers campus housing for 375 of its 1,327 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Longmeadow, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 644 | 492 | 76% | 153 | 31% |
| Women | 644 | 492 | 76% | 153 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 520 |
| SAT Writing | 450 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 18 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 21 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 96% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 9% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,073 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,073 |
| Room and board | $ 9,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,550 |
Financial Aid:
Bay Path participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 212200)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 13 | 33 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $71,920 | 9 | $67,365 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $61,850 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $62,834 | 13 | $50,654 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 4 | $42,431 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $64,270 | 31 | $56,250 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | North Atlantic Conference |
| Track | North Atlantic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Information Science/Studies
LAW
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Bay Path Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
NCAA athletic conference member
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