Saratoga Springs, NY · Poughkeepsie, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Skidmore College | Vassar College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 22.9% | 17.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $65,030 | $67,805 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $65,030 | $67,805 |
| Average Net Price | $15,119 | $19,443 |
| Graduation Rate | 82.0% | 89.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Skidmore College accepts 22.9% of applicants. Vassar College accepts 17.7%. Skidmore College's tuition is $65,030. Vassar College's is $67,805. Skidmore College is cheaper. Skidmore College graduates 82% of students in 6 years. Vassar College graduates 89%.
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
Vassar College. It accepts 17.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Skidmore College has lower published tuition: $65,030 versus $67,805. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Vassar College: 89% of students finish in 6 years. Skidmore College is at 82%.
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.