Clinton, NY · Saratoga Springs, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Hamilton College | Skidmore College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 11.8% | 22.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $65,740 | $65,030 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $65,740 | $65,030 |
| Average Net Price | $14,451 | $15,119 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 82.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Hamilton College accepts 11.8% of applicants. Skidmore College accepts 22.9%. Tuition is close: $65,740 at Hamilton College, $65,030 at Skidmore College. Hamilton College graduates 91% of students in 6 years. Skidmore College graduates 82%.
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
Hamilton College. It accepts 11.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Skidmore College has lower published tuition: $65,030 versus $65,740. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Hamilton College: 91% of students finish in 6 years. Skidmore College is at 82%.
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.