New York, NY · Ithaca, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Barnard College | Cornell University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 8.0% | 8.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,246 | $66,014 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,246 | $66,014 |
| Average Net Price | $16,313 | $9,542 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 95.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Barnard College accepts 8.0% of applicants; Cornell University accepts 8.2%. Tuition is close: $66,246 at Barnard College, $66,014 at Cornell University. Six-year graduation rates are close: 93% at Barnard College, 95% at Cornell 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
Barnard College. It accepts 8.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Cornell University has lower published tuition: $66,014 versus $66,246. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Cornell 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.