B+
Very Good
Score: 75/100

Smith College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Northampton, Massachusetts 01063
🌐 www.smith.edu/
Outcomes
A+
93/100
Affordability
F
26/100
Resources
A
84/100
Experience
A+
91/100
Prestige
A
80/100

Quick Stats

2,830
Total Enrollment
90%
Graduation Rate
93%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
20%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Smith College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#8
Engineering Science
of 16 schools
#21
Data Science, General
of 64 schools
#22
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other
of 88 schools
#30
Social Work
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $61,260 $61,260
Room $10,655
Board $10,655
Total Cost (On-Campus) $86,030 $86,030

Financial Aid

73%
Receive Any Aid
17%
Receive Pell Grants
14%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,830
Total Students
98%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%
Hispanic 12%
Black 5%
Asian 9%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 12%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 92%
Hybrid (Some Online) 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Smith College?
Smith College has an acceptance rate of 20%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Smith College?
Tuition at Smith College is $61,260 for in-state students and $61,260 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Smith College?
The graduation rate at Smith College is 90%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Smith College a good school?
Smith College has a Repit College Score of 75/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Smith College?
Smith College has a total enrollment of 2,830 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology