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Curtis Institute of Music vs Swarthmore College

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Curtis Institute of Music Swarthmore College
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 4.6% 7.5%
SAT range (mid 50%) n/a 1,490-1,560
ACT range (mid 50%) n/a 33-35
Average net price what students actually pay after aid n/a $23,149
Sticker cost of attendance n/a $84,103
Graduation rate 96% 92%
Retention rate 100% 94%
Undergraduates 109 1,613
Student-faculty ratio 2:1 7:1
Setting Philadelphia, PA Swarthmore, PA
Type Private nonprofit Private nonprofit
Application fee n/a $60
Test policy n/a Test-optional

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Curtis Institute of Music or Swarthmore College harder to get into?

Curtis Institute of Music is more selective, with a 4.6% acceptance rate versus 7.5% at Swarthmore College. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.