Vassar College
Vassar was built to advance the notion of what a liberal arts college can be. Founded in 1861 and consistently ranked among the top liberal arts colleges in the country, Vassar is renowned for pioneering achievements in education, for our long history of curricular innovation, and for the beauty of our campus. We empower students to explore widely, delve deeply, and investigate every new idea with an open mind. Through our open curriculum, you’ll find the freedom and flexibility to embrace the subjects you’re most passionate about and let them shape the course of your education.
Accepts first-year applicationsMid-AtlanticPrivateSuburbanMedium (2,001 to 14,999)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Research
- Science
- Liberal Arts
- Education
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Public health
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
Application information
First-year
Students who are currently completing their final year of secondary school or who have taken a gap year after secondary school, but who have not yet enrolled at another college or university, are eligible to apply as first-year applicants. Applicants who have previously enrolled at a college or university must apply for admission as a transfer student. Individuals who have already earned a bachelor's degree are not eligible for admission.
Transfer
Any student who has already earned their high school diploma or GED and has enrolled at a college or university is considered a transfer applicant. Individuals who have already earned a bachelor's degree are not eligible for admission.
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Additional information
Vassar seeks to make a college education affordable and accessible to all admitted students. Through a generous financial aid program, Vassar meets 100% of the full demonstrated need of all admitted students, international or domestic, for all four years. Financial aid is awarded exclusively on the basis of need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS Profile. For all U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are applying for admission to the first-year class during early decision or regular decision, Vassar adheres to a need-blind policy, which means admission decisions for those candidates are made without regard to the student's financial situation.
Visit us
Meet Vassar students and get to know our vibrant community, either in person or online. We offer in-person and virtual visit options throughout the year. Learn more and register for your Vassar visit at vassar.edu/admission/visit.