Boston, MA · Wellesley, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northeastern University | Wellesley College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 5.6% | 13.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $63,141 | $64,320 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $63,141 | $64,320 |
| Average Net Price | $29,097 | $5,690 |
| Graduation Rate | 90.0% | 91.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Northeastern University accepts 5.6% of applicants. Wellesley College accepts 13.9%. Tuition is close: $63,141 at Northeastern University, $64,320 at Wellesley College. Six-year graduation rates are close: 90% at Northeastern University, 91% at Wellesley College.
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
Northeastern University. It accepts 5.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Northeastern University has lower published tuition: $63,141 versus $64,320. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Northeastern University is at 90%; Wellesley College is at 91%.
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.