Cambridge, MA · Northampton, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Smith College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 4.7% | 19.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $60,156 | $61,568 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $60,156 | $61,568 |
| Average Net Price | $4,527 | $8,110 |
| Graduation Rate | 96.0% | 90.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Massachusetts Institute of Technology accepts 4.7% of applicants. Smith College accepts 19.7%. Tuition is close: $60,156 at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, $61,568 at Smith College. Massachusetts Institute of Technology graduates 96% of students in 6 years. Smith College graduates 90%.
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
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. It accepts 4.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts Institute of Technology has lower published tuition: $60,156 versus $61,568. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Massachusetts Institute of Technology: 96% of students finish in 6 years. Smith College is at 90%.
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.