Swarthmore, PA · Philadelphia, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Swarthmore College | University of Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 6.9% | 5.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $62,412 | $66,104 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $62,412 | $66,104 |
| Average Net Price | $5,242 | $16,653 |
| Graduation Rate | 94.0% | 97.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Swarthmore College accepts 6.9% of applicants. University of Pennsylvania accepts 5.9%. Swarthmore College's tuition is $62,412. University of Pennsylvania's is $66,104. Swarthmore College is cheaper. Swarthmore College graduates 94% of students in 6 years. University of Pennsylvania graduates 97%.
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
University of Pennsylvania. It accepts 5.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Swarthmore College has lower published tuition: $62,412 versus $66,104. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
University of Pennsylvania: 97% of students finish in 6 years. Swarthmore College is at 94%.
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.