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Carnegie Mellon University vs Villanova University

Pittsburgh, PA · Villanova, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database

Carnegie Mellon UniversityVillanova University
Acceptance Rate11.7%27.0%
In-State Tuition$66,246$67,776
Out-of-State Tuition$66,246$67,776
Average Net Price$35,552$37,201
Graduation Rate94.0%92.0%
Total Enrollment15,88810,041
Student-Faculty Ratio510

GradFax Analysis

Carnegie Mellon University accepts 11.7% of applicants. Villanova University accepts 27.0%. Carnegie Mellon University's tuition is $66,246. Villanova University's is $67,776. Carnegie Mellon University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 94% at Carnegie Mellon University, 92% at Villanova University.

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

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, Carnegie Mellon University or Villanova University?

Carnegie Mellon University. It accepts 11.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is Carnegie Mellon University or Villanova University more affordable?

Carnegie Mellon University, on average. After aid, students pay $35,552/year versus $37,201/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?

Carnegie Mellon University: 94% of students finish in 6 years. Villanova University is at 92%.

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.