Wellesley, MA · Northampton, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Babson College | Smith College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 19.7% | 19.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $56,032 | $61,568 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $56,032 | $61,568 |
| Average Net Price | $10,673 | $8,110 |
| Graduation Rate | 92.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Babson College accepts 19.7% of applicants; Smith College accepts 19.7%. Babson College's tuition is $56,032. Smith College's is $61,568. Babson College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 92% at Babson College, 90% at Smith 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
Smith College. It accepts 19.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Babson College has lower published tuition: $56,032 versus $61,568. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Babson College: 92% of students finish in 6 years. Smith College is at 90%.
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.