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Benjamin Franklin
Institute of Technology

  • 41 Berkeley Street
  • Boston, MA 02116
  • 617.423.4630
  • 877.400.BFIT (2348)

Applying for Admissions

Congratulations! We believe you have made an excellent decision in applying to Benjamin Franklin. Whether you choose to study in a Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor's Degree program, you will find the support and educational challenges necessary to prepare you to continue your education or begin a rewarding career in the engineering and technical fields.

Click Here to Begin Your Application


In order to complete your application, you will need to create a Username and Password. The link above will help you throughout the entire process. You will also have the opportunity to submit questions along the way.

Upon receipt of your application, you will receive an email confirmation. If you submit your application online,
WE WILL WAIVE YOUR APPLICATION FEE. This saves you $25!

Every application to Benjmain Franklin  is carefully reviewed by the Admissions committee. Students are offered admission based on a combination of their academic performance in high school, recommendations, and personal characteristics. We strive to make the best match between what Benjamin Franklin offers as an institution and each student's interests, abilities and goals.

Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology reviews applications on a rolling basis, once they are complete. Students are encouraged to complete their applications as soon as possible.   

Freshman Admission

In addition to the application for admission, freshman applicants should submit their official high school transcript or official GED scores, a personal statement, and one letter of recommendation.  If you are seeking transfer credit from another college, please have your official college transcripts sent to us, in addition to the aforementioned requirements.

In addition to the above requirements, all full-time applicants must submit vaccination records, upon their acceptance to the College.

Applicants must also schedule a Math and English placement test to determine placement into courses. Students with Math and/or English transfer credit may be exempt from testing.

Interviews are not required for admission to the college, but they are recommended. Often an interview with a member of the admission staff, and a tour, will help you discover if Benjmain Franklin is a good match for you. Opportunities to sit in on a class and spend time with a current student are also available.

If you would prefer to submit a paper application, please contact our office and we will be happy to mail one out to you. You can contact us at 877-400-BFIT X121 or via email at 
admissions@bfit.edu to request a paper application be mailed to you.

If you would prefer to use a paper version of our application, you can access it here. Please print off the application and submit it with the $25 application fee.

Accuplacer Placement Test

Students must take the Accuplacer Placement Test prior to enrolling in order to be placed into the appropriate English and Math courses. The following date(s) have been scheduled for the Accuplacer exam. If these dates are not convenient for you, please contact your Admissions Counselor.

For students planning to enter the College in the Fall of 2010:

Wednesday, July 28th, 4pm - 7pm

Thursday, July 29th will be an OPEN TESTING DAY! Tests will begin at any time between 8:30am and 2pm. No tests will be administered after 2pm.

Thursday, August 5th, 1pm - 4pm

Wednesday, August 11th, 4pm - 7pm

Tuesday, August 17th will be an OPEN TESTING DAY! Tests will begin at any time between 12 and 3pm. No tests will be administered after 3pm.

Thursday, August 19th, 10am - 4pm (Math Tutoring is available from 10am - 1pm)

Wednesday, August 25th, 4pm - 7pm

Tuesday, August 31st, 1pm - 4pm

Some Saturday test dates include a tutoring session prior to the testing session. The tutoring will begin at 9am and end at 11am. If you would like to review your Math skills prior to taking the Accuplacer, please click here for some sample problems to get you started.

If you would like to register for the placement test, please contact the Admissions Office at 877-400-BFIT x121 or via email at admissions@bfit.edu.

 

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