Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
Yale University is a private institution in New Haven with particular strength in biology and computer science. With an average SAT of 1534, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 6.8K undergraduates with a 6:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
96% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $100,533 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,818.
Established
1701
Motto
Lux et veritas
Mascot
Handsome Dan
Type
Private research university
Conference
Ivy League Conference
Division
Division I
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5%Acceptance
1534SAT Avg
6,811Students
6:1Student:Faculty
96%Grad Rate
$100,533Earnings 10yr
$27,818Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate4.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1534
Reading & WritingMid: 755
740780
MathMid: 775
760800
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 34
3335
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$64,700
Room & Board$19,180
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$85,120
Average Net Price$27,818
Median Debt at Graduation$12,975
Monthly Payment (10yr)$138
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$28,132
$30–48K$19,744
$48–75K$20,900
$75–110K$17,004
$110K+$49,347
Programs (190)
Student Body
Undergrads
6,811
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
25%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%
Race & Ethnicity
White 32%
Black 9%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 23%
Two+ 7%
Int'l 11%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate96.3%
Freshman Retention99.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$81,765
8 Years$94,821
10 Years$100,533
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$100,200
Men
$148,300
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia