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Yale University

New Haven, Connecticut 06520

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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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