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Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, BFIT, is a technical industrial and engineering technologies institute in Boston, Massachusetts that was founded in 1908. BFIT offers a Bachelor of Science, Associate in Engineering, and Associate in Science degree, as well as a Certificate of Proficiency. Programs are offered in automotive technology, industrial technologies, engineering technologies, and health care.
Students attending Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology can become members of the Student Government Association (SGA). Women who attend BFIT are encouraged to become part of the Women’s Forum. Apart from these, all students have the opportunity to become members of Phi Theta Kappa - an international honor society, The Yearbook Club, and The Green Technology Club.
The sports teams of BFIT are members of the National Junior College Athletic Association, Division III.
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Campus Location41 Berkeley St
Boston, MA 02116
USA
Main Tel: (617) 423-4630
Web Site The campus is in a large city. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in engineering technician and mechanics and repair.
- High male/female ratio.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- Racially diverse student body.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Student meal (board) plan
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 67 | 9 | | 1-2 year certificate | 46 | 5 | | Bachelor | | 1 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 513 in 2007-2008 (484 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 13,350 | | Room and board | $ 5,600 | | Books and supplies | $ 800 | | Other | $ 1,150 |
Financial Aid: Benjamin Franklin Institute Of Technology participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2008-2009): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 29 |
Housing and MealsBenjamin Franklin Institute Of Technology provides on-campus housing for 42 of its 484 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009). Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 21 meals weekly.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) CONSTRUCTION TRADES (7 awarded) ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (63 awarded) - Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
- Biomedical Technology/Technician
- Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
- Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (33 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (10 awarded) - Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
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