Claremont, CA · Stanford, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Claremont McKenna College | Stanford University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 11.1% | 3.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $64,150 | $62,484 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $64,150 | $62,484 |
| Average Net Price | $11,693 | $3,796 |
| Graduation Rate | 95.0% | 93.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Claremont McKenna College accepts 11.1% of applicants. Stanford University accepts 3.9%. Claremont McKenna College's tuition is $64,150. Stanford University's is $62,484. Stanford University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 95% at Claremont McKenna College, 93% at Stanford 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
Stanford University. It accepts 3.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Stanford University has lower published tuition: $62,484 versus $64,150. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Claremont McKenna College: 95% of students finish in 6 years. Stanford University is at 93%.
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.