Vassar College
Mission Statement
The primary mission of Vassar College, to furnish "the means of a thorough, well-proportioned, and liberal education,"1 was articulated in The First Annual Catalogue and has remained constant throughout its history. Founded in 1861 to provide young women an education equal to that once available only to young men, the college has since 1969 opened its doors to both women and men on terms of equality. Encouragement of excellence and respect for diversity are hallmarks of Vassar's character as an institution. The independence of mind and the diverse intellectual interests of students are fostered by providing them a range of ways to meet our curricular expectations. The structure of the residential experience, in which students in all four classes live in the residence halls, obliges students to master the art of living cooperatively in a diverse community. Diversity of perspective is honored as well in the college's system of shared governance among all the constituencies of the institution.
Location
Vassar College
124 Raymond Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12604
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Contact Information
General Information: 845-437-7000
College at a Glance
- School Type:
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above - Faculty:
328 Faculty Members | 8:1 Student:Faculty Ratio - Religious Affiliation:
Not applicable - Mission Highlights:
None
Top Five Largest Sports Teams:
Male Sports
- Soccer
- Baseball
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Lacrosse
- Fencing
Female Sports
- Soccer
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Swimming and Diving
- Field Hockey
Tuition & Fees Per Year
Undergraduate:
- In-State:
- $43,190
- Out-of-State:
- $43,190
Graduate:
- In-State:
- $43,190
- Out-of-State:
- $43,190
Student Body Breakdown
- Total Enrolled:
- 2,689
- Undergraduates:
- 2,688
- Graduates:
- 1
Undergraduate Demographics
- 59.80% (Female Students)
- 40.20% (Male Students)
- 11.07% (Asian/Pacific Islander)
- 6.09% (Black)
- 74.46% (Caucasian)
- 8.02% (Hispanic/Latino)
- 0.36% (Native American)
Pay For College with ROTC
Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) is a college scholarship program that prepares students to become military officers. Offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities, it can help cover the costs of tuition and expenses.
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Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) is a college program, offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities across the United States, that prepares young adults to become military officers. In exchange for a paid college education and a guaranteed post-college career, ROTC students commit to serve in the Military after graduation (generally three to four years of Active Duty).
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Undergraduate Admissions
- 7,822 Apply
- 1,847 Are Accepted
- 666 Actually Attend
Types of Degrees Offered
Certificate- Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree- Master's Degree
- Doctoral Degree
Financial aid is only available to those who qualify.
Learn more about this school at: www.vassar.edu