Clinton, NY · Poughkeepsie, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Hamilton College | Vassar College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 11.8% | 17.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $65,740 | $67,805 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $65,740 | $67,805 |
| Average Net Price | $14,451 | $19,443 |
| Graduation Rate | 91.0% | 89.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Hamilton College accepts 11.8% of applicants. Vassar College accepts 17.7%. Hamilton College's tuition is $65,740. Vassar College's is $67,805. Hamilton College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 91% at Hamilton College, 89% at Vassar College.
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
Hamilton College has lower published tuition: $65,740 versus $67,805. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Hamilton College: 91% 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.