Type Private
Location Poughkeepsie, USA
Accreditation Historic Seven Sisters; Consortium of Liberal Arts Colleges (CLAC); Global Collaborative for the Liberal Arts
Entrance exams Common App, Coalition App
Academic Programs
Undergraduate
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BA Liberal Arts (50+ majors majors) | UG | 4 years |
Overview
Vassar College is a private institution in Poughkeepsie, NY, USA, founded in 1861. Vassar College is known for its flexible, open curriculum, historic role as a pioneering women’s liberal arts college now coed, and 1,000-acre arboretum campus fostering intelle
Academic Programs
- Degrees: BA
- Majors Available: 50+ majors
- Curriculum: Vassar has no traditional core curriculum, allowing students flexibility to explore a wide range of courses across 48 departments and programs. Students design their education through concentrations, interdepartmental, multidisciplinary, or independent programs.
- Distinctive Programs: Independent Program (design-your-own major); early pioneer in interdepartmental courses; multidisciplinary programs like Neuroscience and Behavior, Science Technology and Society.
- Student-Faculty Ratio: 8:1
Campus and Location
Located in Poughkeepsie, USA. Campus spans 1,000 acres.
Who Applies Here
- Students seeking a rigorous private liberal arts education in USA
- Those drawn to Independent Program (design-your-own major); early pioneer in interdepartmental courses; multidisciplinary programs like Neuroscience and Behavior
- Members of Historic Seven Sisters; Consortium of Liberal Arts Colleges (CLAC); Global Collaborative for the Liberal Arts
Things to Verify Before Applying
- Verify current tuition, deadlines, and requirements on the official website
- Acceptance rate is 18.6% (Fall 2024), highly competitive
- Study abroad: Extensive opportunities including Vassar-run programs, direct exchanges, and app
Sources Used
Fees — 2025-26
Program Fees
| Program | Level | Annual Fee | Total Fee | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA Liberal Arts (50+ majors majors) | UG | USD 73,275 | — | official-website |
Fee figures are indicative. Verify the complete fee structure on the institution's official website.
Admissions — 2025-26
Entrance Exams
Common App Coalition App
Eligibility
BA Liberal Arts (50+ majors majors)
Test-optional (not required; considered if submitted)
Selection Process
- Apply via official website or designated portal
- Submit required documents and test scores
- Await admission decision
Placements — Not disclosed
Average package Not disclosed
Highest package Not disclosed
Placement rate Not disclosed
Placement data is sourced from institutional records. Verify current data on the institution's official website.
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