Boston, MA · Northampton, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Boston University | Smith College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 10.8% | 19.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $65,168 | $61,568 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $65,168 | $61,568 |
| Average Net Price | $14,465 | $8,110 |
| Graduation Rate | 90.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Boston University accepts 10.8% of applicants. Smith College accepts 19.7%. Boston University's tuition is $65,168. Smith College's is $61,568. Smith College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 90% at Boston University, 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 University. It accepts 10.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Smith College has lower published tuition: $61,568 versus $65,168. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Boston University is at 90%; 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.