Vassar College
Founded 1861
President Elizabeth Bradley (President)
Fees USD 67,200
Acceptance Rate Very Selective (<20%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Vassar College is a highly selective private liberal arts college founded in 1861 in Poughkeepsie, New York. Originally one of the Seven Sisters women’s colleges, Vassar became coeducational in 1969 and is now one of the most prestigious liberal arts colleges in the United States. The college enrolls approximately 2,450 students and is known for its rigorous open curriculum, vibrant intellectual community, and beautiful 1,000-acre campus listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Academic Programs
- Arts — Art, art history, drama, film, and music
- Humanities — English, history, philosophy, and classical studies
- Social Sciences — Economics, political science, sociology, anthropology, and psychology
- Natural Sciences — Biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, cognitive science, and neuroscience
- Interdisciplinary Programs — Women’s studies, Africana studies, media studies, and environmental studies
- Languages — French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, and more
How to Apply
- Application: Common App or QuestBridge with Vassar supplement
- Application Fee: $70
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1440–1560, ACT 33–35
- Essays: Common App essay + Vassar supplement essays
- Recommendations: Two teacher recommendations + counselor report
- English Proficiency: TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.0+
Key Deadlines
- Early Decision I: November 15
- Early Decision II: January 1
- Regular Decision: January 1
Admission Requirements
- Acceptance Rate: ~18% (highly selective)
- Average GPA: ~3.95