Chestnut Hill, MA · Northampton, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Boston College | Smith College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 15.7% | 19.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $67,680 | $61,568 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $67,680 | $61,568 |
| Average Net Price | $21,178 | $8,110 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Boston College accepts 15.7% of applicants. Smith College accepts 19.7%. Boston College's tuition is $67,680. Smith College's is $61,568. Smith College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 91% at Boston 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
Boston College. It accepts 15.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Smith College has lower published tuition: $61,568 versus $67,680. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Boston College is at 91%; 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.