Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Poughkeepsie, NY · Large suburb |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 2,444 |
| Acceptance rate | 19% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1430–1535 · 33% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1400–1510 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 32–34 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 89% |
| First-year retention | 94% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 7:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $87,419 |
| Application fee | $65 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 15, 2026
- Early Decision II: Jan 1, 2027
- Regular Decision: Jan 1, 2027
Most popular majors: Social sciences, Biology, Visual & performing arts, Interdisciplinary, Psychology.
Vassar College campus map
On campus
Thompson Memorial Library at Vassar College, Athletic and Fitness Center, Powerhouse Theater, Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Susan Stein Shiva Theater.
Around campus
- Places to eat: The Tomato Cafe, Thai Spice, Chan's Peking, Domino's
- Coffee: The Crafted Kup, All Shook Up
- Shops: Elizabeth's Boutique, Scruples, Potter Brothers Ski & Snowboard, Three Arts Bookstore, Dreaming Goddess, Zimmer Brothers
- Museums and culture: Juliet Theatre
- Groceries: Deshi Grocery and Deli, K&D Deli Sandwich Company
- Parks: Field