Davidson, NC · Durham, NC · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Davidson College | Duke University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 14.5% | 6.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $60,300 | $65,805 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $60,300 | $65,805 |
| Average Net Price | $12,811 | $12,801 |
| Graduation Rate | 92.0% | 96.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Davidson College accepts 14.5% of applicants. Duke University accepts 6.8%. Davidson College's tuition is $60,300. Duke University's is $65,805. Davidson College is cheaper. Davidson College graduates 92% of students in 6 years. Duke University graduates 96%.
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
Duke University. It accepts 6.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Davidson College has lower published tuition: $60,300 versus $65,805. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Duke University: 96% of students finish in 6 years. Davidson College is at 92%.
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.