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Sweet Briar College
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Annual Tuition
$25,110
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
71.7%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
56.3%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$51,943
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Sweet Briar College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Sweet Briar, VA. With a competitive tuition profile of $25,110, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 56.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
71.7%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$100,440
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
4.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$21,943
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$118,990
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$338,420
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 Sweet Briar College is $27,000.
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
$25,110
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
76.6%
Success
56.3%
In-State Cost
$25,110
Age 25+ Students
1.1%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Working at 6yr
151 students
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