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Dean College participates in the Advanced Placement program of the College Board. If a student has taken college-level courses in secondary school and would like to apply for advanced placement credit at Dean College, the student should plan to take the Advanced Placement test at her or his high school and have the results forwarded to the Office of Admissions. The Registrar's Office will review the test results, and if the student scores a 3 or higher, college credit will be awarded, if applicable.

Mass Communication/Media Studies

Broadcast Journalism

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

English Language and Literature, General

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

General Studies

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General

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Psychology, General

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

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Critical Infrastructure Protection

Sociology

Dance, General

Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General

Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General

Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management, General

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, General

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other

Health and Wellness, General

Pre-Nursing Studies

Business Administration and Management, General

Accounting

Human Resources Development

Marketing/Marketing Management, General

History, General

Dean College is a private, residential New England college grounded in a culture and tradition that all students deserve the opportunity for academic and personal success. A uniquely supportive community for more than 160 years, Dean provides a supportive academic environment that thrives on student engagement and exceptional teaching. The Dean Difference is exemplified through each student's commitment to their professional futures, social responsibility, and leadership. Outside of the classroom, students participate in 16 NCAA athletic teams and more than 40 on-campus clubs and organizations. Consistently recognized as a Top Regional College by U.S. News & World Report and named a College of Distinction for nine consecutive years, Dean serves close to 1,200 full-time students and has over 50 combined bachelor's and associate degree programs and specializations, as well as a robust schedule of continuing studies and certificate programs throughout the year. Dean College is situated in Franklin, MA, which is conveniently located between Boston and Providence, Rhode Island and is accessible to Boston by commuter rail. The Dean College/Franklin station is only a five-minute walk from campus. Approximately 90 percent of the College's student population live on campus. Ninety-six percent of our bachelor's degree students are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Alumni are hard at work in top-ranked graduate programs and are employed by organizations such as Universal Studios, Dell Technologies, Liberty Mutual Insurance, Kraft Sports & Entertainment, the Boston Ballet and more.

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