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Smith College
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Annual Tuition
$61,568
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
19.7%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
89.1%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$64,027
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Smith College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Northampton, MA. With a competitive tuition profile of $61,568, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 89.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
19.7%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$246,272
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
7.2 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$34,027
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$93,998
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$434,268
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 Smith College is $17,550.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$61,568
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* 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
92.6%
Success
89.1%
In-State Cost
$61,568
Age 25+ Students
2.1%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Working at 6yr
287 students
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