New York, NY · Poughkeepsie, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Barnard College | Vassar College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 8.0% | 17.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,246 | $67,805 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,246 | $67,805 |
| Average Net Price | $16,313 | $19,443 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 89.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Barnard College accepts 8.0% of applicants. Vassar College accepts 17.7%. Barnard College's tuition is $66,246. Vassar College's is $67,805. Barnard College is cheaper. Barnard College graduates 93% of students in 6 years. Vassar College graduates 89%.
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
Barnard College has lower published tuition: $66,246 versus $67,805. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Barnard College: 93% of students finish in 6 years. Vassar College is at 89%.
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.