Poughkeepsie,
NY
About Vassar
Vassar College is a private, nonprofit school in the suburb of Poughkeepsie, New York. Vassar was founded in 1861. The college enrolls around 2,516 students a year, including 2,516 undergraduates.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Vassar College
It is very difficult to get into Vassar. Vassar admitted 20% of all applicants in 2022. In 2022, 2,193 out of 10,884 total applicants were accepted.
| Vassar College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 20% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 40% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
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Vassar College is locatedin the town of Poughkeepsie, New York, near the city of New York City.
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College Info
Vassar Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Mar 15
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Vassar is Jan 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Vassar is Mar 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Vassar College is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
Vassar ACT Scores
ACT Range
32 - 34
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
34 and Above
32 to 34
32 and Less
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Vassar SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1420 - 1520
Math SAT Range
710 - 780
Reading SAT Range
710 - 760
Vassar Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$81,360
In State$81,360
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at Vassar is like? There are approximately 2,516 students enrolled at Vassar. 99% percent of students attend school full-time, 25% percent are from NY and 75% percent of students are from other states.
99%
Full Time1%
Part Time25%
In State75%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,516
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
20%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$64,800
Out-of-State
$64,800
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 1
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