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Enrollment Deposit

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Swarthmore College requires a deposit of $250 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

50.70%

Swarthmore College is in the top 50.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

48.00%

Swarthmore College is in the top 48.00% of colleges in the state of Pennsylvania for deposit cost. 5.50% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

43.90%

Swarthmore College is in the top 43.90% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Swarthmore College educates a diverse community of 1,625 students, with 1,625 pursuing undergraduate degrees and engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,625


Total Undergraduates

1,625


Full-Time vs Part-Time

100% Full-Time

0% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Swarthmore College has a 7% acceptance rate. Swarthmore College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1520 and the average ACT score is 34.


Acceptance Rate

7%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

42%

Total Score

400

1600

14401560

Reading and Writing

200

800

710770

Math

200

800

730790

ACT

Students submitting ACT

19%

Composite Score

0

36

3235

English

0

36

3436

Math

0

36

3035

Location

Located in Swarthmore, PA, Swarthmore College offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

Swarthmore


County

Delaware County


State

Pennsylvania


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

Swarthmore College features a student-focused approach with a 8 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

8 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Swarthmore College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $20,715 with 59% of students receiving financial assistance including 19% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$20,715


Received Aid

59%


Pell Recipients

19%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $62,412

Out-of-State: $62,412

Demographics

The Swarthmore College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 10% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
790 (49%)
Women
835 (51%)

Outcomes

Swarthmore College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 97% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

97%

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