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Vassar College

Poughkeepsie, New York · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$49,177

Acceptance Rate

18%

Graduation Rate

91%

Annual Tuition

$67,805

At a Glance

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Total Students

2,430

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Retention Rate

94%

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Faculty Ratio

8

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Financial Aid

43%

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Median Debt

$18,625

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Campus Setting

Suburban

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Vassar College is a private, non-profit institution with a student body of 2,430. The college has a selective admissions process, accepting 17.7% of applicants. Students who attend Vassar have a high likelihood of graduating, with a rate of 90.6%, and a strong retention rate of 94.4%.

The annual in-state tuition at Vassar is $67,805. Graduates report earnings of $34,993 one year after graduation, $49,177 after five years, and $71,366 after ten years. The median debt for students is $18,625, and 42.6% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$35k

1 YEAR

$49k

5 YEARS

$71k

10 YEARS

Top 35% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Vassar College alumni earn a median salary of $34,993. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $49,177. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $71,366. The median debt for students is $18,625.

Vassar College has a high retention rate of 94.4% and a graduation rate of 90.6%. The college has a low acceptance rate of 17.7% and a student body of 2,430. A total of 42.6% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $67,805.

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Campus Location

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Poughkeepsie, New York

Poughkeepsie, NY 12604

Vassar College is located in Poughkeepsie, New York. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Vassar College has an acceptance rate of 18%.