Atherton, CA · Los Angeles, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Menlo College | Mount Saint Mary's University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 67.8% | 68.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $51,070 | $48,132 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $51,070 | $48,132 |
| Average Net Price | $14,467 | $17,317 |
| Graduation Rate | 51.0% | 53.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Menlo College accepts 67.8% of applicants; Mount Saint Mary's University accepts 68.7%. Menlo College's tuition is $51,070. Mount Saint Mary's University's is $48,132. Mount Saint Mary's University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 51% at Menlo College, 53% at Mount Saint Mary's 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
Menlo College. It accepts 67.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Mount Saint Mary's University has lower published tuition: $48,132 versus $51,070. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Mount Saint Mary's University: 53% of students finish in 6 years. Menlo College is at 51%.
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.