North Andover, MA · Norton, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Merrimack College | Wheaton College (Massachusetts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 73.6% | 71.3% |
| In-State Tuition | $51,786 | $62,080 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $51,786 | $62,080 |
| Average Net Price | $24,780 | $18,784 |
| Graduation Rate | 72.0% | 76.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Merrimack College accepts 73.6% of applicants. Wheaton College (Massachusetts) accepts 71.3%. Merrimack College's tuition is $51,786. Wheaton College (Massachusetts)'s is $62,080. Merrimack College is cheaper. Merrimack College graduates 72% of students in 6 years. Wheaton College (Massachusetts) graduates 76%.
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
Wheaton College (Massachusetts). It accepts 71.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Merrimack College has lower published tuition: $51,786 versus $62,080. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Wheaton College (Massachusetts): 76% of students finish in 6 years. Merrimack College is at 72%.
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.