The undergraduate program outcomes for our students don’t lie. A business major average salary after college can vary widely but when you leave Babson, you emerge as a top candidate in the eyes of employers from all areas of today’s global economy. And the Babson average starting salary is proof. This is thanks to the strong undergraduate business program, hands-on projects, institutional support and resources, and real-world experience you will have under your belt.
For students and families wondering how to calculate the return on investment (ROI) for a college degree, ROI can include outcomes such as graduation rates, career placement rates, starting salaries, alumni networks, and long-term career growth.
Babson's undergraduate outcomes demonstrate strong returns through high graduation rates, strong employment outcomes, and competitive starting salaries above the national projected average for business majors.
But, don’t just take our word for it.
The success of our over 48,000 alumni speaks for itself. The Class of 2025 undergraduate employment stats, not to mention the Babson average starting salary for our college graduates, show just how ahead of the pack our students are when they graduate with a bachelor of business administration from one of the best business schools in the country.
Babson is the leader in entrepreneurial education and we pride ourselves on having one of the highest retention and graduation rates in higher education. Our undergraduate first-to-second year retention rate is 97% and our six-year undergraduate graduation rate (92%) is higher than the reported national average (61.1%) from the National Student Clearinghouse. These numbers are a testament to our curriculum, extracurricular opportunities, and resources for physical and mental health, as well as career success.
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of students in the Class of 2025 had at least one internship while at Babson
of the Class of 2025 is employed, continuing their education, or involved in volunteer or service programs**
Babson’s undergraduate Class of 2025 reports strong employment and salary outcomes, while outpacing national projected averages for business students, demonstrating the strong value of a Babson education.
The answer is through a hands-on approach to learning because we believe experience is the best teacher. Experiential learning is embedded into our undergraduate business degree curriculum, combining business classes with the liberal arts and sciences. Beginning in your first semester of your undergraduate education, you will take classes and work on projects that set you up to make a real impact on organizations, the environment, and your community.
From your first year until your final class in our undergraduate business program, you’ll be taking on projects that make real impact. Your hands-on experiences in the field, such as undergraduate business internships and professional projects, along with your foundations in business and the liberal arts and sciences, provide a well-rounded portfolio when you graduate.
Get to know Babson College Degree courses and some of our signature courses that set students up for professional fulfillment and success.
When early career professionals stall waiting for clarity, Babson graduates move forward. Built on Entrepreneurial Thought & Action®, their education prepares them to stand out in the job search and create value in moments of uncertainty.
Babson graduates can pursue careers across business functions and industries, from finance and consulting to technology and entrepreneurship.
Common industries include:
We believe our undergraduate business degree takes you anywhere. Our students do it all, across industries and disciplines. You will find our alums as owners of their own financial businesses, as accountants for non-profits, as supply chain analysts for the fashion industry, as a VP in the NBA, and as project managers at agencies and large corporations (to name a few!). They also teach around the world and start nonprofits.
Below is just a sampling of where our graduates have landed.
| Graduates by Industry | |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 27% |
| Technology/Information Services | 13% |
| Accounting | 9% |
| Real Estate | 7% |
| Consulting | 6% |
| Retail/Apparel/Fashion | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Marketing & Advertising | 4% |
| Consumer Packaged Goods | 3% |
| Sports & Recreation | 3% |
| All Other Industries | 18% |
| Graduates by Function | |
|---|---|
| Finance | 23% |
| Business Development/Sales | 17% |
| Marketing | 9% |
| Consulting | 8% |
| Accounting | 7% |
| Business Analytics | 6% |
| Operations | 6% |
| Entrepreneurship | 5% |
| General Management | 4% |
| Real Estate | 4% |
| All Other Functions | 9% |
| Average Salaries By Industry | |
|---|---|
| Accounting | $81,250 |
| Consulting | $84,958 |
| Consumer Packaged Goods | $70,000 |
| Construction & Facilities | $70,920 |
| Financial Services | $87,776 |
| Food & Beverage | $68,320 |
| Manufacturing | $81,429 |
| Marketing & Advertising | $70,555 |
| Media, Arts & Entertainment | $56,530 |
| Non-Profit, Civic & Social Services | $57,270 |
| Real Estate | $76,136 |
| Retail/Apparel/Fashion | $60,582 |
| Sports & Recreation | $55,149 |
| Technology/Information Services | $71,909 |
| Graduates By Employer Size | |
|---|---|
| 25,000+ employees | 18% |
| 10,000–25,000 employees | 14% |
| 5,000–10,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000–5,000 employees | 10% |
| 250–1,000 employees | 10% |
| 100–250 employees | 6% |
| 50–100 employees | 3% |
| 10–50 employees | 11% |
| 1–10 employees | 6% |
| Graduates By Job Location | |
|---|---|
| Northeast | 61% |
| South | 15% |
| West | 7% |
| Midwest | 2% |
| Outside USA | 14% |
| US Territories | 1% |
Babson graduates pursue careers at startups, global corporations, family businesses, nonprofits, and graduate schools. The variety of employers reflects the flexibility of a business education grounded in entrepreneurial leadership.
Our students land at a breadth of places post-grad. Below is just a sampling of graduate schools and companies that hire recent college graduates from Babson's undergraduate business program.
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A Babson undergraduate education is a roadmap where you choose the destination. Read the Class of 2025 Outcomes Report and see where your fellow students have gone with theirs.
Read the ReportThe Hoffman Family Undergraduate Center for Career Development (CCD) at Babson empowers every student from day one to develop pathways to professional success and lifelong learning. And the goal of our Babson career development services is to make sure you shine and are empowered to make thoughtful, fruitful career choices.
The Wall Street Journal named Babson the No.1 school for career preparedness for a reason. When you work with Babson career center services, you’re not only connected—you’re prepared to pursue a rewarding career. You gain exclusive access to an extensive network of employers and alumni from a variety of industries, as well as the career resources to help you recognize and pursue the right opportunities for your unique skills and goals.
Our career development services are a hallmark of our undergraduate business program and factor into our best business school rankings. In addition to networking and industry connections, CCD offers internship and job-strategy support, resume and interview preparation, and various undergraduate internship and job fairs so you can learn what’s out there.
It doesn’t matter what industries graduates are working in or where you want to go. Whatever your next step is, your entrepreneurial leadership mindset will get you there. Our curriculum, with its unique blend of business and liberal arts and sciences courses and more than 20 concentrations to choose from, prepares our students to be the critical thinkers and thought-starters the future needs and employers want. And, our Undergraduate Center for Career Development team and resources are here to support and help connect you to internships and externships, professional networks, and employment opportunities to enhance that experience.
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It doesn’t matter what industries graduates are working in or where you want to go. Whatever your next step is, your entrepreneurial leadership mindset will get you there. Our curriculum, with its unique blend of business and liberal arts and sciences courses and more than 20 concentrations to choose from, prepares our students to be the critical thinkers and thought-starters the future needs and employers want. And, our Hoffman Family Undergraduate Center for Career Development (CCD) team and resources are here to support and help connect you to internships and externships, professional networks, and employment opportunities to enhance that experience.
Explore common questions about Babson’s undergraduate outcomes, career paths, graduation rates, and the return on investment of a Babson education.
When evaluating the ROI of a college degree, students should consider several factors, including tuition costs, graduation rates, employment outcomes, average starting salaries, internship opportunities, and long-term career advancement. A higher ROI often reflects strong career outcomes combined with a high likelihood of graduating and securing employment after college. To evaluate college ROI, compare net cost with measurable outcomes such as employment, graduate school pathways, starting salary, internship access, employer connections, career support, and alumni network strength. Babson’s undergraduate outcomes show how hands-on business learning and entrepreneurial leadership prepare students for early career momentum and long-term value.
At Babson, undergraduate outcomes include strong employment rates, internship participation, graduation rates, and competitive starting salaries, all of which contribute to the overall value of a Babson education.
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It's important to consider the outcomes students achieve during and after their education. Key indicators include graduation rates, internship participation, employment outcomes, graduate school placement, starting salaries, and access to career development resources. Together, these measures help students understand how effectively a college prepares graduates for long-term success.
Babson student outcomes reflect a strong combination of academic preparation, real-world experience, and career support. High rates of internship participation (91% of the Babson College undergraduate Class of 2025 had at least one internship, for example), strong employment outcomes, competitive starting salaries, and a robust alumni network across the globe help graduates pursue opportunities across industries and around the world.
Babson graduates pursue careers in finance, business development, sales, marketing, consulting, accounting, business analytics, operations, entrepreneurship, and general management. They also apply their entrepreneurial leadership skills in a wide range of fields and organizations, including technology, sports and entertainment, social innovation, nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, family businesses, startups, and Fortune 500 companies.
Many graduates launch their own ventures, join emerging companies, continue their education in graduate and professional programs, or pursue careers focused on community impact and innovation. Babson's career development resources and alumni network help graduates explore diverse professional paths and create meaningful impact in organizations, communities, and industries around the world.
Babson alumni hold positions ranging from financial analyst and consultant to entrepreneur, business development manager, marketing associate, supply chain analyst, accountant, operations specialist, and startup founder.
Across industries, Babson alumni work in financial services, technology, real estate, consulting, retail, manufacturing, consumer products, healthcare, media, and other sectors where problem-solving, leadership, and entrepreneurial thinking are valued. Graduates work at organizations of all sizes, from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 companies.
The average annual starting salary reported for the Class of 2025 was $77,642. Salary outcomes vary by industry, employer, job function, and location.
As of 2025, Babson reports a six-year undergraduate graduation rate of 92%, which exceeds the reported national average cited on the page. The College also reports a 97% first-to-second-year retention rate.
