New York, NY · New York, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Barnard College | The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 8.0% | 19.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,246 | $46,820 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,246 | $46,820 |
| Average Net Price | $16,313 | $8,892 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 80.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Barnard College accepts 8.0% of applicants. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art accepts 19.1%. Barnard College's tuition is $66,246. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's is $46,820. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is cheaper. Barnard College graduates 93% of students in 6 years. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art graduates 80%.
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
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art has lower published tuition: $46,820 versus $66,246. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Barnard College: 93% of students finish in 6 years. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is at 80%.
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.