Vassar College
Private College · Located in Poughkeepsie, New York · VetLink Partner since 2022
Admissions Numbers
12 VetLink applicants matriculated
Test optional for all applicants
<40% veterans applied first year*
100% veterans applied as transfer*
3.7 Average GPA of VetLink applicants*
(*applicant reported)
How to Apply
Application available on Common App and Apply Coalition with SCOIR
Application fee (Waiver available)
School Report & Official transcripts
Teacher Evaluation
Standardized test scores (Optional)
Informational Interviews
Admissions Deadlines
Early Decision I Application Deadline: November 15
Early Decision II Application Deadline: January 1
Regular Decision Application Deadline: January 1
Spring Transfer Application Deadline: November 1
Fall Transfer Application Deadline: March 15
Demographics
2,462 enrolled undergraduate students
37% Males // 63% Females
14% first generation college students
37% students of color
97% of students live on campus
Academics
50 majors, 65 minors, and 3 Accelerated and Dual Degree programs offered
7:1 student-faculty ratio
19 Average Student Class Size
130 Study Abroad programs
Top Academic Programs
Economics
Psychological Science
Mathematics
Computer Science
Biochemistry
Financial Aid & Scholarships
$93,320 Cost of attendance for full time Undergraduate programs
Need-Blind Applications
As a participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program, Vassar will match funding with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to cover the difference in costs between Vassar’s tuition and fees and those of the highest public in-state institution.
100% Demonstrated financial need met without student loans
59% of Vassar students receive financial aid
24% of incoming students are Pell Grant recipients
$79.7 Million awarded annually in need-based aid
Veterans Campus Life
Dedicated Director of Veteran Student Outreach and Support
VassarVets - support veteran students’ success at Vassar by providing assistance navigating the admission process, specialized advising, a Veteran Center, and opportunities to build community on campus
Vassar Veterans Association and Student Veterans of America Chapter
Veteran-Specific Orientation Program
Special Considerations for Veterans - guaranteed interview, campus visit program, childcare subsidy for Vassar's on campus childcare facilities
Knowledge in Action
Open curriculum - no general education requirements allows for the freedom and flexibility to pursue your passions while discovering new interests
Community-Engaged learning - students aplpy their knowledge to gain meaningful work experience through internships in the local community, NYC, Albany & beyond
Gain hands-on experience through unique internships and research in any major. The Office of Community-Engaged Learning empowers students to become active change-makers in their communities while building real-world experience in the field, and programs like the Undergraduate Research Summer Institute, Ford Scholars, and Creative Arts Across Disciplines provide support for meaningful faculty-mentored research across academic disciplines.
~45% of students participate in one semester or full academic year study-away program
The Center for Career Education provides support to students planning and navigating their post-Vassar lives through individual advising, networking events, and collaborative programs like the award-winning Sophomore Career Connections, which brings 100+ alums to campus for career exploration and mentoring.
Alumni & Outcomes
41,000+ Active Alumni Worldwide
92% Six Year Graduation Rate
94% of graduates are employed, in school, or pursuing a fellowship/volunteer experience 6 months after graduating
88% law school admit rate
80% medical school admit rate
130 study abroad programs
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