Stanford, CA · Berkeley, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Stanford University | UC Berkeley | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 3.9% | 11.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $62,484 | $14,850 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $62,484 | $45,627 |
| Average Net Price | $3,796 | $16,997 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 93.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Stanford University accepts 3.9% of applicants. UC Berkeley accepts 11.7%. Stanford University's tuition is $62,484. UC Berkeley's is $14,850. That's a $47,634 difference per year. Six-year graduation rates are close: 93% at Stanford University, 93% at UC Berkeley.
Bottom Line
UC Berkeley is public; Stanford University is private. If you're an in-state student, UC Berkeley will cost significantly less. Check the net price numbers above before deciding.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Stanford University. It accepts 3.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
UC Berkeley has lower published tuition: $14,850 versus $62,484. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Stanford University is at 93%; UC Berkeley is at 93%.
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.