New York, NY · New York, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Columbia University | The Juilliard School | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 4.2% | 9.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $69,045 | $56,550 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $69,045 | $56,550 |
| Average Net Price | $16,526 | $18,939 |
| Graduation Rate | 95.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Columbia University accepts 4.2% of applicants. The Juilliard School accepts 9.0%. Columbia University's tuition is $69,045. The Juilliard School's is $56,550. The Juilliard School is cheaper. Columbia University graduates 95% of students in 6 years. The Juilliard School graduates 90%.
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
The Juilliard School has lower published tuition: $56,550 versus $69,045. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Columbia University: 95% of students finish in 6 years. The Juilliard School is at 90%.
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.