Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
19.73%
SAT Average
1,480
ACT Range
32-34
Smith College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 19.73%. This means approximately 197 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,501 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
19.73%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $61,568 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $61,568 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $82,134 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $26,181 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.15% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 12.68% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Smith College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$61,568
Room and board
$21,310
Books and supplies
$800
Other expenses
$2,352
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$82,134
Average net price
$26,181
Average aid coverage
68%
$55,953 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Smith College pays approximately $26,181 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Smith College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Smith College net price
$26,181
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Smith College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $61,568 and average net price at $26,181. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$61,568
Current net price
$26,181
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
89.66%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$64,027
Undergraduates
2,501
10-Year Median Earnings - Smith College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Smith College graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Smith College?
Undergraduates
2,501
Completion rate
89.66%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.15%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
12.68%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.15% of Smith College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 12.68% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Smith College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Smith College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Smith College lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Smith College is listed at Elm St, Northampton, MA 01063. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Smith College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith College | 19.73% | $61,568 | $26,181 | $64,027 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Similar Schools in Northampton
This local cluster focuses on nearby Northampton schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Northampton.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith College's acceptance rate?
Smith College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 19.73%.
How much is Smith College tuition?
Smith College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $61,568.
What is Smith College's average net price?
Smith College's average net price in the local dataset is $26,181.
What does Smith College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $7,033 for Smith College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Smith College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $64,027 for Smith College.
Is Smith College accredited?
Smith College's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Smith College?
The local dataset lists 2,501 undergraduate students at Smith College.
What percentage of Smith College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Smith College in the local dataset is 18.15%.
What is the federal loan rate at Smith College?
The federal loan rate for Smith College in the local dataset is 12.68%.
Where should I verify Smith College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Smith College or the latest official federal education data.