Vassar College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$30,603
Average Net Price
63%
Receive Aid
19%
Pell Recipients
Moderate
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Vassar College is $30,603 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$30,603

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$11,594
$30,001-48,000$12,977
$48,001-75,000$20,408
$75,001-110,000$24,522
$110,000+$52,898

Financial Aid

Vassar College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 63% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 19% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

63%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

19%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $67,805 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $67,805. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $70,205, which is 13% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $67,805

Out-of-State: $67,805

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$67,805
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$83,005

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$67,805
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$82,505

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$67,805
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$83,005

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$67,805
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$83,005

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$67,805
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$71,505

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$67,805
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$72,005

Cost Analysis

Analyze how VASSAR's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Vassar College has increased costs by $3,354, representing a 12.3% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$27,249

Current Year

$30,603

Change

+$3,354

Affordability & Value

Vassar College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Moderate

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid63%
Pell grant recipients19%
Student-faculty ratio7:1