Amherst, MA · Cambridge, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Amherst College | Harvard University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 9.0% | 3.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $70,480 | $61,676 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $70,480 | $61,676 |
| Average Net Price | $19,049 | $17,525 |
| Graduation Rate | 94.0% | 98.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 1,914 | 30,259 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 6 | 7 |
GradFax Analysis
Amherst College accepts 9.0% of applicants. Harvard University accepts 3.6%. Amherst College's tuition is $70,480. Harvard University's is $61,676. Harvard University is cheaper. Amherst College graduates 94% of students in 6 years. Harvard University graduates 98%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Harvard University. It accepts 3.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University, on average. After aid, students pay $17,525/year versus $19,049/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University: 98% of students finish in 6 years. Amherst College is at 94%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.