Overview
Student Population
National Rank
| Location | Swarthmore, Pennsylvania |
| Online | swarthmore.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Located in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, Swarthmore College is a small four year private college offering undergraduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 10,749 prospective students applied, and 1,020 were granted admission. Of those admitted 414 enrolled in the school. 1,554 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $52,190 plus fees of $398. Swarthmore is ranked 20 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 1380/1550 |
| ACT | 31/34 |
| GPA | 3.9 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,360 |
| Other Fees | $398 |
| Room and Board | $15,474 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,745 |
| Total One Year Cost | $71,167 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 29% |
| Biology | 11% |
| Foreign Languages | 8% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| English and Literature | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=216287 IPEDS survey data for Swarthmore College.