Amherst, MA · Wellesley, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Amherst College | Wellesley College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 9.8% | 13.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $67,280 | $64,320 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $67,280 | $64,320 |
| Average Net Price | $3,521 | $5,690 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 91.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Amherst College accepts 9.8% of applicants. Wellesley College accepts 13.9%. Amherst College's tuition is $67,280. Wellesley College's is $64,320. Wellesley College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 93% at Amherst College, 91% at Wellesley College.
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
Amherst College. It accepts 9.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Wellesley College has lower published tuition: $64,320 versus $67,280. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Amherst College: 93% of students finish in 6 years. Wellesley College is at 91%.
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.