Ithaca, NY · Clinton, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Cornell University | Hamilton College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 8.2% | 11.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,014 | $65,740 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,014 | $65,740 |
| Average Net Price | $9,542 | $14,451 |
| Graduation Rate | 95.0% | 91.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Cornell University accepts 8.2% of applicants. Hamilton College accepts 11.8%. Tuition is close: $66,014 at Cornell University, $65,740 at Hamilton College. Cornell University graduates 95% of students in 6 years. Hamilton College graduates 91%.
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
Cornell University. It accepts 8.2% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Hamilton College has lower published tuition: $65,740 versus $66,014. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Cornell University: 95% of students finish in 6 years. Hamilton College is at 91%.
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.