Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 3 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 3 schools are 4 years or high institutes.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Mennonite University | Harrisonburg, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Sweet Briar College | Sweet Briar, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Bachelor, Master |
| Ascent College | Hampton, VA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $21,950 for State residents and $23,960 for out-of-state students. The average acceptance rate is 87.63% and graduation rate is 48.50%. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Mennonite University | $40,990 | 95.23% | 55% | 11:1 | 1,342 |
| Sweet Briar College | $23,590 | 80.03% | 42% | 10:1 | 454 |
| Ascent College | $7,300 | - | - | 6:1 | 68 |
| Average | $21,950 / $23,960 | 87.63% | 48.50% | 9.00:1 | 621 |