Hamilton, NY · New York, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Colgate University | The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 13.9% | 20.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $70,306 | $46,820 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $70,306 | $46,820 |
| Average Net Price | $28,736 | $26,283 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 81.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 3,211 | 933 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 9 | 8 |
GradFax Analysis
Colgate University accepts 13.9% of applicants. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art accepts 20.7%. Colgate University's tuition is $70,306. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's is $46,820. That's a $23,486 difference per year. Colgate University graduates 91% of students in 6 years. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art graduates 81%.
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
Colgate University. It accepts 13.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, on average. After aid, students pay $26,283/year versus $28,736/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Colgate University: 91% of students finish in 6 years. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is at 81%.
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.