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Yale University
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Annual Tuition
$64,700
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
4.5%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
97.0%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$100,533
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Yale University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in New Haven, CT. With a competitive tuition profile of $64,700, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 97.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
4.5%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$258,800
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
3.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$70,533
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$446,530
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$1,151,860
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Yale University is $12,975.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
146
Burglary
23
Theft
53
Assault
15
Robbery
1
Rape
53
Arson
1
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$64,700
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
99.0%
Success
97.0%
In-State Cost
$64,700
Age 25+ Students
1.0%
Carnegie Class
R1: Doctoral — Very High Research
Working at 6yr
365 students
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