B+
Very Good
Score: 71/100

Skidmore College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Saratoga Springs, New York 12866
🌐 www.skidmore.edu/
Outcomes
A
88/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
A
83/100
Experience
A+
94/100
Prestige
B+
71/100

Quick Stats

2,776
Total Enrollment
82%
Graduation Rate
89%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
23%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Skidmore College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $665,316
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,591/mo — vs ~$1,139/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12831 (5.6% cap, Gansevoort)

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🏆 Where Skidmore College Ranks

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

🥇
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
of 5 schools
#7
Business/Commerce, General
of 100 schools
#15
Experimental Psychology
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $63,730 $63,730
Room $10,252
Board $7,088
Total Cost (On-Campus) $85,270 $85,270

Financial Aid

64%
Receive Any Aid
10%
Receive Pell Grants
33%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,776
Total Students
59%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 10%
Black 4%
Asian 6%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Skidmore College?
Skidmore College has an acceptance rate of 23%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Skidmore College?
Tuition at Skidmore College is $63,730 for in-state students and $63,730 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Skidmore College?
The graduation rate at Skidmore College is 82%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Skidmore College a good school?
Skidmore College has a Repit College Score of 71/100 (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 (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Skidmore College?
Skidmore College has a total enrollment of 2,776 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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