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Swarthmore College
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Annual Tuition
$62,412
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
6.9%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
93.9%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$80,257
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Swarthmore College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Swarthmore, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $62,412, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 93.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
6.9%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$249,648
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
5.0 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$50,257
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$252,922
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$755,492
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 Swarthmore College is $17,500.
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
$62,412
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
97.2%
Success
93.9%
In-State Cost
$62,412
Age 25+ Students
0.5%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Working at 6yr
142 students
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