Claremont, CA · Stanford, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Harvey Mudd College | Stanford University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 13.1% | 3.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,255 | $62,484 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,255 | $62,484 |
| Average Net Price | $24,518 | $3,796 |
| Graduation Rate | 94.0% | 93.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Harvey Mudd College accepts 13.1% of applicants. Stanford University accepts 3.9%. Harvey Mudd College's tuition is $66,255. Stanford University's is $62,484. Stanford University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 94% at Harvey Mudd College, 93% at Stanford University.
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
Stanford University. It accepts 3.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Stanford University has lower published tuition: $62,484 versus $66,255. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Harvey Mudd College is at 94%; Stanford University is at 93%.
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.