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UNIVERSITY · CDS 2024-2025
Swarthmore College
Prepared for Sample Student · Swarthmore, PA
Best-case 4-yr offset
$137,154
AP savings + McCabe Achievement Award
Typical 4-yr offset
$288,480
AP + avg merit × 4 · 1% receive merit
Need-based (if eligible)
up to $284,356 / 4 yrs
Admissions Reality
7.0%
Yield 44.0% · Test Optional
Annual Sticker Cost
$98,370
Net after avg aid: $27,281
AP Tuition Saved
$38,784
16 credits · 1.1 semester(s)

Admissions Profile

SAT Total (mid 50%)
1490–1560
ACT Composite
33–35
GPA
Not reported
Decision Plans
RD

Not separately reported in CDS

Cost Breakdown

Tuition$72,722
Fees$482
Room & board$22,566
Cost of Attendance (sticker)$98,370
Average need-based aid− $71,089
Net price (avg)$27,281

Merit Scholarship Opportunity

McCabe Achievement Award
$72,722–$98,370 /yr

AP Investment & Return

Based on Swarthmore's AP credit policy (min score 4).

Edit AP profile
Calculus BC
+8 credits · $19,392
5
Chemistry
School does not award credit for this exam.
5
Biology
+4 credits · $9,696
5
English Language
School does not award credit for this exam.
4
US History
+4 credits · $9,696
4
Credits
16
Sem. saved
1.1
Saved
$38,784
College Board Recognition
AP Scholar with Distinction

Average score of 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3+ on 5 or more exams.

Say to the parent

"Swarthmore is a top-tier liberal arts college that offers a truly transformative educational experience. Their Honors Program is renowned for its academic rigor, and the Lang Center for Civic & Social Responsibility provides incredible opportunities for students to engage in real-world problem-solving. It's a place where your child will be challenged intellectually and inspired to make a difference."

Say to the student

"Swarthmore is a place where you can be your authentic self and dive deep into your passions. It's a community of intellectually curious and engaged students who are passionate about learning and making a positive impact. You'll find a supportive and collaborative environment where you can explore your interests and grow as a person."

College Admissions Co-pilot · Sourced from CDS 2024-2025 + official school financial aid & AP credit policy pagesUpdated 2026-04-22