Medford, MA · Williamstown, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Tufts University | Williams College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 10.1% | 10.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $67,844 | $64,860 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $67,844 | $64,860 |
| Average Net Price | $16,613 | $1,816 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 97.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Tufts University accepts 10.1% of applicants; Williams College accepts 10.0%. Tufts University's tuition is $67,844. Williams College's is $64,860. Williams College is cheaper. Tufts University graduates 93% of students in 6 years. Williams College 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
Williams College. It accepts 10.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Williams College has lower published tuition: $64,860 versus $67,844. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Williams College: 97% of students finish in 6 years. Tufts University 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.