Virtual Tour
Experience campus from the comfort of your home.
Congratulations on your acceptance to Dean!
Experience Dean
The college selection process typically ends with an emotional exercise where you look around (as either a student and a family member) and ask yourself:
• Do I believe I’ll fit in?
• Do I believe I’ll feel welcomed and supported here?
• Do I believe this school will allow me to thrive in pursuit of my academic, personal, and professional goals?
And it is that very word – believe – that you will find as an underlying theme at Dean College. It has been said that the greatest gift you can give someone is to believe in them. Above all, that’s what defines Dean as an institution, and it’s what makes up the core of what we refer to as The Dean Difference.
The Dean Difference is not just a singular faculty member, or academic counselor, or coach, club or team; but rather an entire community that comes together to instill a confidence and belief in our students to never give up, never settle, and never lose sight of your dreams.
Our Accepted Student Experience is designed to bring our campus and culture to you – however near or far you may be. We encourage you to pick-and-choose the pieces from our virtual showcase that most interest you, all in the hopes of ultimately providing a glimpse of how at Dean, we believe… in YOU.
Explore Life at Dean
Click in the boxes below to view videos to learn more about Dean College.-
Celebrate Your Admission Congratulations from the Dean community on your admission! -
Meet Our Students Get to know some of our Bulldogs and learn more about the community.
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Academics Hear from our Vice President of Academic Affairs and learn more about academics.
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Student Life and Living on Campus Check out options to explore student life and our housing and dining options.
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From Franklin to Boston Take a video tour of the town of Franklin (2nd safest in America) and all the activities in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn the answers for some frequently asked questions for accepted students.
WHAT IS HOUSING LIKE? CAN I PICK MY ROOMMATE?
Visit the the Residence Life page to check out housing options. Most freshmen will live in Dean, Ewen, Wallace or Jones Hall. These are traditional-style residence halls with mostly double rooms and a few singles, triples, and quads.
If you would like to request a specific person to be your roommate you will have the opportunity to do so after you submit your housing application. Both roommates need to select each other to be placed together. However, roommate requests are not required.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME? CAN I HAVE THINGS SHIPPED TO SCHOOL AHEAD OF TIME?
At New Student Orientation, we will provide you with an extensive list of what to bring. In the meantime, feel free to visit our Living on Campus page for a general list.
We are excited to welcome you to campus this Fall. Our partnership with StorageSquad.com will store and deliver your new student’s items in their first-year housing assignment this Fall. This is a very easy way to make move-in less stressful for you and your family. They offer affordable prices for the entire summer. Reserving your space is simple: go to Dean College Ship to School Service - Storage Squad .
WHAT IS THE FOOD LIKE?
Smith Dining Center
There are a wide variety of options including a deli, grill, salad bar, pizza, daily special entrees, and more. You will have an unlimited dining plan if you live on campus which means you can go to the dining center as often as you’d like and eat as much as you want throughout the day. The Smith Dining Center is open 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on weekends. The dining center is very accommodating if you have food allergies or sensitivities. Learn more about dining.
Boomer’s
Open after the dining hall closes until 11:00 p.m., this pub-like option is the place to get what you want when you need that late-night munch, such as wings, subs, salads, burgers, and other grill items. Smoothies, milkshakes, and other beverages are also available. Boomer’s is also the place to go to hang out with friends, play pool and video games, watch sports on the big screen TV and more.
Bulldog Beanery
Featuring Starbucks coffee and other beverages, this café also offers pastries, desserts, express sandwiches, and salads, as well as a full line of bottled beverages.
WHAT IS IT LIKE ON THE WEEKENDS? IS THERE ENOUGH TO DO?
90% of students live on campus and we ensure that there are lots of things to do throughout the week, and especially on the weekend! Hundreds of fun options are offered throughout the year. Our student organizations sponsor programs such as Open Mic Night, BINGO, magicians, comedian, movies and much more. Show your Bulldog spirit by attending athletic teams’ competitions and watch dance and theatre students perform on stage. Boomer’s Game Room is open every day and offers free pool tables, as well as community use of gaming stations (Nintendo Switch and PlayStation). Interested in friendly competition? Join an intramural team such as dodgeball, basketball, futsal, spike ball and more!
CAN STUDENTS HAVE A CAR?
Freshmen resident students are not permitted to have a car on campus. Beginning sophomore year, students can apply for a parking permit. Permits are granted on a space available basis.
WHAT ARE THE ENROLLMENT STEPS TO ATTEND DEAN?
- Your first step towards enrollment is to submit your enrollment deposit. Login to your applicant portal, accept your offer of admission and click on the link to pay your deposit. This will then open up a new screen to walk you through the deposit process.
- About a week after we receive your deposit, you will get an email with your Dean College student email and information about how to set up your account.
- Once you get into your Dean email, you will find information about submitting your housing application if you are living on campus. You will also have access to Your Dean Gateway which is your new portal for everything you need to do to enroll in the fall. Review the checklist(s) and complete any outstanding tasks before your move-in date.
- Be sure to sign up for New Student Orientation. During this day and a half program you will spend time with your faculty, fellow students and select your fall courses. There are three options in June. For more information and to register Learn more and register for NSO.
- Tuition, room and board bills will go out in June and must be paid by the due date specified in July. You can find more information about this on our billing and payments page. Contact Student Financial Planning and Services at sfp@dean.edu or 508-541-1518 for guidance and assistance.
