Haverford, PA · Swarthmore, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Haverford College | Swarthmore College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 12.9% | 6.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $68,300 | $62,412 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $68,300 | $62,412 |
| Average Net Price | $7,683 | $5,242 |
| Graduation Rate | 89.0% | 94.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Haverford College accepts 12.9% of applicants. Swarthmore College accepts 6.9%. Haverford College's tuition is $68,300. Swarthmore College's is $62,412. Swarthmore College is cheaper. Haverford College graduates 89% of students in 6 years. Swarthmore 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
Swarthmore College. It accepts 6.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Swarthmore College has lower published tuition: $62,412 versus $68,300. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Swarthmore College: 94% of students finish in 6 years. Haverford 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.