Stanford, CA · Los Angeles, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Stanford University | UCLA | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 3.9% | 8.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $62,484 | $13,747 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $62,484 | $44,524 |
| Average Net Price | $3,796 | $15,166 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 93.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Stanford University accepts 3.9% of applicants. UCLA accepts 8.7%. Stanford University's tuition is $62,484. UCLA's is $13,747. That's a $48,737 difference per year. Six-year graduation rates are close: 93% at Stanford University, 93% at UCLA.
Bottom Line
UCLA is public; Stanford University is private. If you're an in-state student, UCLA 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
UCLA has lower published tuition: $13,747 versus $62,484. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Stanford University is at 93%; UCLA 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.