Arlington, VA · Salem, VA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Marymount University | Roanoke College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 80.5% | 80.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $39,050 | $36,774 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $39,050 | $36,774 |
| Average Net Price | $15,191 | $13,583 |
| Graduation Rate | 58.0% | 66.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Marymount University accepts 80.5% of applicants; Roanoke College accepts 80.1%. Marymount University's tuition is $39,050. Roanoke College's is $36,774. Roanoke College is cheaper. Marymount University graduates 58% of students in 6 years. Roanoke College graduates 66%.
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
Roanoke College. It accepts 80.1% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Roanoke College has lower published tuition: $36,774 versus $39,050. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Roanoke College: 66% of students finish in 6 years. Marymount University is at 58%.
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.