At a glance
Average net price
$23,777
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
95.7%
Admission rate
4%
Undergrad size
6,758
In-state tuition
$67,250
Out-of-state tuition
$67,250
Cost of attendance
$88,300
Median earnings (10y)
$100,533
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,534
- ACT midpoint
- 34
- Retention
- 98.8%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (41%), social sciences (30%), humanities & arts (29%).
- STEM41%
- Humanities & arts29%
- Social sciences30%
- Social sciences22.9%~1,549 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences11.6%~783 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~665 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science9.7%~653 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History6.7%~450 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering6.5%~442 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics6.5%~442 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~276 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~272 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology3.7%~251 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English3.4%~227 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~223 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~166 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture1.6%~105 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~89 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.3%~85 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~81 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 1,157 | $150,882 | — |
| Law. | First professional | 437 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 386 | $87,166 | $13,250 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Master's | 343 | $59,489 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 285 | $133,998 | $12,750 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 244 | $57,333 | $15,000 |
| Music. | Master's | 231 | $20,839 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 227 | $95,157 | — |
| Public Health. | Master's | 224 | $75,393 | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 217 | $41,037 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 215 | $115,929 | — |
| Medicine. | First professional | 205 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 190 | $52,357 | $12,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Graduate certificate | 188 | — | — |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences. | Bachelor's | 175 | $30,534 | $19,500 |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology. | Master's | 171 | $65,632 | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Master's | 165 | $66,625 | — |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 153 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 146 | $53,864 | $13,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 144 | — | — |
| Economics. | Master's | 136 | — | — |
| Behavioral Sciences. | Master's | 122 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 122 | $69,045 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 117 | $48,264 | — |
| History. | Master's | 117 | — | — |
| Statistics. | Bachelor's | 114 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 112 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Master's | 107 | $26,661 | — |
| Applied Mathematics. | Master's | 106 | — | — |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Master's | 94 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 89 | $37,910 | $13,107 |
| Cognitive Science. | Bachelor's | 86 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Master's | 84 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 81 | $27,225 | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 79 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Master's | 78 | — | — |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Master's | 78 | — | — |
| Physics. | Master's | 77 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 77 | $88,985 | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Master's | 75 | $33,280 | — |
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 Yale University
Yale University is a large institution located in New Haven, Connecticut, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 6,758 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Biological sciences, Interdisciplinary.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Yale University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $23,777 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $67,250 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $88,300 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 95.7%, a strong completion outcome. 98.8% 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 $100,533 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Yale University confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Biological sciences, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (41% of credentials), social sciences (30% of credentials), humanities & arts (29% 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
Yale University accepts 4% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,534. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 34.
Location & campus
Set in New Haven, Connecticut (city), Yale University draws students from across Connecticut 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 Yale University
Q.How much does Yale University cost?
The average net price at Yale University is $23,777 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $88,300.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Yale University?
Yale University has a 6-year graduation rate of 95.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Yale University?
Yale University admits 4% of applicants, which is considered highly selective.
Q.How much do Yale University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Yale University graduate earns $100,533 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Yale University?
Published tuition is $67,250 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Yale University located?
Yale University is located in New Haven, Connecticut (ZIP 06520).
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 Yale University at their official website.