Amherst, MA · Cambridge, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Amherst College | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 9.0% | 4.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $70,480 | $62,396 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $70,480 | $62,396 |
| Average Net Price | $19,049 | $20,996 |
| Graduation Rate | 94.0% | 96.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 1,914 | 11,886 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 6 | 3 |
GradFax Analysis
Amherst College accepts 9.0% of applicants. Massachusetts Institute of Technology accepts 4.5%. Amherst College's tuition is $70,480. Massachusetts Institute of Technology's is $62,396. Massachusetts Institute of Technology is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 94% at Amherst College, 96% at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. It accepts 4.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Amherst College, on average. After aid, students pay $19,049/year versus $20,996/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts Institute of Technology: 96% 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.