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Pitzer College vs Stanford University

Claremont, CA · Stanford, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database

Pitzer CollegeStanford University
Acceptance Rate25.2%3.6%
In-State Tuition$65,192$65,910
Out-of-State Tuition$65,192$65,910
Average Net Price$34,979$25,078
Graduation Rate83.0%92.0%
Total Enrollment1,24218,625
Student-Faculty Ratio106

GradFax Analysis

Pitzer College accepts 25.2% of applicants. Stanford University accepts 3.6%. Tuition is close: $65,192 at Pitzer College, $65,910 at Stanford University. Pitzer College graduates 83% of students in 6 years. Stanford University graduates 92%.

Bottom Line

After aid, the average student pays $34,979/year at Pitzer College and $25,078/year at Stanford University. Stanford University is cheaper for most people.

Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, Pitzer College or Stanford University?

Stanford University. It accepts 3.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is Pitzer College or Stanford University more affordable?

Stanford University, on average. After aid, students pay $25,078/year versus $34,979/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?

Stanford University: 92% of students finish in 6 years. Pitzer College is at 83%.

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.