Northampton, MA · Medford, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Smith College | Tufts University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 19.7% | 10.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $61,568 | $67,844 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $61,568 | $67,844 |
| Average Net Price | $8,110 | $16,613 |
| Graduation Rate | 90.0% | 93.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Smith College accepts 19.7% of applicants. Tufts University accepts 10.1%. Smith College's tuition is $61,568. Tufts University's is $67,844. Smith College is cheaper. Smith College graduates 90% of students in 6 years. Tufts University graduates 93%.
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
Tufts University. It accepts 10.1% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Smith College has lower published tuition: $61,568 versus $67,844. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Tufts University: 93% of students finish in 6 years. Smith College is at 90%.
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.