Cambridge, MA · Williamstown, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Harvard University | Williams College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 3.6% | 8.3% |
| In-State Tuition | $61,676 | $68,560 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $61,676 | $68,560 |
| Average Net Price | $17,525 | $15,894 |
| Graduation Rate | 98.0% | 94.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 30,259 | 2,164 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 7 | 6 |
GradFax Analysis
Harvard University accepts 3.6% of applicants. Williams College accepts 8.3%. Harvard University's tuition is $61,676. Williams College's is $68,560. Harvard University is cheaper. Harvard University graduates 98% of students in 6 years. Williams College graduates 94%.
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 3.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Williams College, on average. After aid, students pay $15,894/year versus $17,525/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Harvard University: 98% of students finish in 6 years. Williams College is at 94%.
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.