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Vassar College

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Overview

Vassar College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Poughkeepsie, New York, United States. Established in 1861, Vassar College is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. This institution provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 165-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 20-29%. This places it among a very selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. Vassar College also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Vassar College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Vassar College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Vassar College' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Vassar College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

Name
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Founded 1861
Motto
Colours Rose and gray
Mascot The Brewer

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Location

Address 124 Raymond Avenue
Poughkeepsie
12604 New York
United States
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Vassar College Phone Number (845) 437 7000
Vassar College Fax Number (845) 437 7063
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Vassar College is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Vassar College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society (ACS)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Vassar College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Vassar College Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Vassar College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Vassar College's academic range and degree level offering.



Vassar College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Vassar College Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Vassar College Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Vassar College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Vassar College.



Vassar College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Vassar College Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Vassar College website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Vassar College Admission Info


Vassar College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Vassar College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Vassar College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Vassar College has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Vassar College's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is considered but not required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are considered but not required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Vassar College's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Vassar College's Admission Office Admission Office

Box 10, 124 Raymond Avenue
Poughkeepsie 12604-0077
(845) 437 7300
800 827 7270

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Vassar College's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Vassar College Size and Profile


Vassar College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Vassar College has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Vassar College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Vassar College's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Vassar College's Control Type Control Type

Vassar College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Vassar College's Entity Type Entity Type

Vassar College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Vassar College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Vassar College's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Vassar College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Vassar College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Vassar College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Vassar College is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Vassar College Facilities


Vassar College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Vassar College's Library
Vassar College's library has 3 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 712,521 physical volumes, 108,291 physical media, 96,997 digital/electronic media and 1,309 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 49 full-time employees, including 16 librarians. Vassar College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Vassar College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Vassar College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,448 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Vassar College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Vassar College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Vassar College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Vassar College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Vassar College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported
This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.


Vassar College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Vassar College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Vassar College Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Vassar College Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Vassar College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vassar College public or private?

Vassar College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Vassar College profit or non-profit?

Vassar College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Vassar College in terms of enrollment?

Vassar College has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Vassar College in terms of academic staff?

Vassar College's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Vassar College a coeducational institution?

Vassar College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Vassar College use?

Vassar College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Vassar College affiliated with?

None.

Does Vassar College admit international students?

Yes.

What is Vassar College's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Vassar College's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Vassar College ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Vassar College located?

Vassar College is located in Poughkeepsie, New York, United States. Address: 124 Raymond Avenue.

Is Vassar College accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Vassar College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since ).

Does Vassar College offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Vassar College offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Vassar College have a university library?

Yes Vassar College's library has 3 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 712,521 physical volumes, 108,291 physical media, 96,997 digital/electronic media and 1,309 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 49 full-time employees, including 16 librarians. Vassar College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Vassar College provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Vassar College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,448 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Vassar College have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Vassar College offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Vassar College offer career services?

Yes

Does Vassar College offer distance learning?

Not reported This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Does Vassar College have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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