Northampton, MA · Wellesley, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Smith College | Wellesley College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 19.7% | 13.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $61,568 | $64,320 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $61,568 | $64,320 |
| Average Net Price | $8,110 | $5,690 |
| Graduation Rate | 90.0% | 91.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Smith College accepts 19.7% of applicants. Wellesley College accepts 13.9%. Smith College's tuition is $61,568. Wellesley College's is $64,320. Smith College is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 90% at Smith College, 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
Wellesley College. It accepts 13.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Smith College has lower published tuition: $61,568 versus $64,320. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Smith College 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.