Valencia, CA · Claremont, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| California Institute of the Arts | Harvey Mudd College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 26.0% | 13.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $56,724 | $66,255 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $56,724 | $66,255 |
| Average Net Price | $40,863 | $24,518 |
| Graduation Rate | 64.0% | 94.0% |
GradFax Analysis
California Institute of the Arts accepts 26.0% of applicants. Harvey Mudd College accepts 13.1%. California Institute of the Arts's tuition is $56,724. Harvey Mudd College's is $66,255. California Institute of the Arts is cheaper. California Institute of the Arts graduates 64% of students in 6 years. Harvey Mudd College graduates 94%.
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
Harvey Mudd College. It accepts 13.1% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
California Institute of the Arts has lower published tuition: $56,724 versus $66,255. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Harvey Mudd College: 94% of students finish in 6 years. California Institute of the Arts is at 64%.
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.