Cambridge, MA · Wellesley, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Harvard University | Wellesley College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 3.5% | 13.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $59,076 | $64,320 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $59,076 | $64,320 |
| Average Net Price | $3,249 | $5,690 |
| Graduation Rate | 97.0% | 91.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Harvard University accepts 3.5% of applicants. Wellesley College accepts 13.9%. Harvard University's tuition is $59,076. Wellesley College's is $64,320. Harvard University is cheaper. Harvard University graduates 97% of students in 6 years. Wellesley 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
Harvard University. It accepts 3.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University has lower published tuition: $59,076 versus $64,320. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University: 97% of students finish in 6 years. Wellesley 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.