New York, NY · Ithaca, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Columbia University | Cornell University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 4.2% | 8.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $69,045 | $66,014 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $69,045 | $66,014 |
| Average Net Price | $16,526 | $9,542 |
| Graduation Rate | 95.0% | 95.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Columbia University accepts 4.2% of applicants. Cornell University accepts 8.2%. Columbia University's tuition is $69,045. Cornell University's is $66,014. Cornell University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 95% at Columbia University, 95% at Cornell 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
Columbia University. It accepts 4.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Cornell University has lower published tuition: $66,014 versus $69,045. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Columbia University is at 95%; Cornell University is at 95%.
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.