New York, NY · New York, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Barnard College | Columbia University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 8.0% | 4.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,246 | $69,045 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,246 | $69,045 |
| Average Net Price | $16,313 | $16,526 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 95.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Barnard College accepts 8.0% of applicants. Columbia University accepts 4.2%. Barnard College's tuition is $66,246. Columbia University's is $69,045. Barnard College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 93% at Barnard College, 95% at Columbia University.
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
Columbia University. It accepts 4.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Barnard College has lower published tuition: $66,246 versus $69,045. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Columbia University: 95% of students finish in 6 years. Barnard College is at 93%.
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.