Ithaca, NY · Poughkeepsie, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Cornell University | Vassar College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 8.2% | 17.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,014 | $67,805 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,014 | $67,805 |
| Average Net Price | $9,542 | $19,443 |
| Graduation Rate | 95.0% | 89.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Cornell University accepts 8.2% of applicants. Vassar College accepts 17.7%. Cornell University's tuition is $66,014. Vassar College's is $67,805. Cornell University is cheaper. Cornell University graduates 95% of students in 6 years. Vassar College graduates 89%.
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
Cornell University has lower published tuition: $66,014 versus $67,805. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Cornell University: 95% of students finish in 6 years. Vassar College is at 89%.
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.