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About
Vassar College is a private, coeducational liberal arts college located in Poughkeepsie, New York, about 75 miles north of New York City. Founded in 1861 as a women's college, it became coeducational in 1969 and is known for its rigorous academics, open curriculum, and beautiful 1,000-acre arboretum campus. The college emphasizes independent thinking, critical and creative analysis, and offers extensive opportunities for undergraduate research and hands-on learning, including through its world-class Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center.
UNIREAL Score
66/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 66
Overview
- Country
- United States
- City
- Poughkeepsie
- Established
- 1861
- Students
- 2,462
- Programs
- 51
- Tuition (yearly)
- €70,960
- Admission period
- November – January
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Where is Vassar College?
Vassar College is located in Poughkeepsie, United States.
How much does it cost to study at Vassar College?
Typical yearly tuition at Vassar College is about €70,960. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to Vassar College?
Admission at Vassar College usually runs November – January.
What can I study at Vassar College?
Vassar College offers about 51 programs, including Economics, Psychology, Biology/Biological Sciences, English Language and Literature, Political Science and Government.
What is the UNIREAL Score of Vassar College?
Vassar College has a UNIREAL Score of 66/100, calculated from: research activity.
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