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Enrollment Deposit
How much is Swat's enrollment deposit?
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% of private colleges do not require a deposit.
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Enrollment Deposit
How much is Swat's enrollment deposit?
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% of private colleges do not require a deposit.
You can find information on taking next steps at Swarthmore College's website.
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
100% Full-Time
0% Part-Time
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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
100% Full-Time
0% Part-Time
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Admissions
The admission process at Swarthmore College has a 7% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. 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%
Application Fee
$60
How Do I Apply to Swarthmore College?
You can apply to Swarthmore College by going to the official application page and paying the $60 application fee.
SAT
Students submitting SAT
42%
400
1600
1440 – 1560
200
800
710 – 770
200
800
730 – 790
ACT
Students submitting ACT
19%
0
36
32 – 35
0
36
34 – 36
0
36
30 – 35
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Admissions
The admission process at Swarthmore College has a 7% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. 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%
Application Fee
$60
How Do I Apply to Swarthmore College?
You can apply to Swarthmore College by going to the official application page and paying the $60 application fee.
SAT
Students submitting SAT
42%
400
1600
1440 – 1560
200
800
710 – 770
200
800
730 – 790
ACT
Students submitting ACT
19%
0
36
32 – 35
0
36
34 – 36
0
36
30 – 35
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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
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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
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About
Swarthmore College features a student-focused approach with a 8 : 1 student-faculty ratio, None 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
Website
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About
Swarthmore College features a student-focused approach with a 8 : 1 student-faculty ratio, None 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
Website
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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%
In-State: $62,412
Out-of-State: $62,412
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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%
In-State: $62,412
Out-of-State: $62,412
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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.
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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.
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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%
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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