Syracuse, NY · Schenectady, NY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Syracuse University | Union College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 41.7% | 43.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $63,061 | $66,456 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $63,061 | $66,456 |
| Average Net Price | $32,340 | $29,141 |
| Graduation Rate | 81.0% | 85.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Syracuse University accepts 41.7% of applicants. Union College accepts 43.8%. Syracuse University's tuition is $63,061. Union College's is $66,456. Syracuse University is cheaper. Syracuse University graduates 81% of students in 6 years. Union College graduates 85%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Syracuse University. It accepts 41.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Syracuse University has lower published tuition: $63,061 versus $66,456. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Union College: 85% of students finish in 6 years. Syracuse University is at 81%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.