Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY · private nonprofit · 2,444 undergraduates
Vassar College is a private nonprofit university in Poughkeepsie, NY with very selective admissions, admitting about 19% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
19%
SAT (middle 50%)
1450–1550
ACT (middle 50%)
33–35
Avg net price
$39,343/yr
sticker $87,419
Graduation rate
91%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
2,444
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What is Vassar College's acceptance rate?
Vassar College has an acceptance rate of about 19%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Vassar College?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Vassar College scored between 1450–1550 on the SAT (ACT 33–35).
How much does Vassar College cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $39,343 per year at Vassar College after financial aid, versus a published cost of $87,419.
What is the graduation rate at Vassar College?
About 91% of students at Vassar College graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.