At a glance
Average net price
$17,758
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
51.8%
Admission rate
76%
Undergrad size
443
In-state tuition
$26,160
Out-of-state tuition
$26,160
Cost of attendance
$43,898
Median earnings (10y)
$51,943
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,230
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 69.3%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (39%), social sciences (30%), humanities & arts (21%).
- STEM39%
- Business10%
- Humanities & arts21%
- Social sciences30%
- Biological sciences18.4%~81 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences14.9%~66 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology13.8%~61 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering12.6%~56 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business10.3%~46 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~41 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History5.8%~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English4.6%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education1.1%~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.1%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
12 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Engineering Science. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Sweet Briar College
Sweet Briar College is a small institution located in Sweet Briar, Virginia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 443 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Social sciences, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Sweet Briar College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,758 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $26,160 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $43,898 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 51.8%, a above-average completion outcome. 69.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $51,943 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Sweet Briar College confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Social sciences, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (39% of credentials), social sciences (30% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Sweet Briar College accepts 76% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,230. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Sweet Briar, Virginia (rural), Sweet Briar College draws students from across Virginia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Sweet Briar College
Q.How much does Sweet Briar College cost?
The average net price at Sweet Briar College is $17,758 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $43,898.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Sweet Briar College?
Sweet Briar College has a 6-year graduation rate of 51.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Sweet Briar College?
Sweet Briar College admits 76% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Sweet Briar College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Sweet Briar College graduate earns $51,943 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Sweet Briar College?
Published tuition is $26,160 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Sweet Briar College located?
Sweet Briar College is located in Sweet Briar, Virginia (ZIP 24595).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Sweet Briar College at their official website.