College comparison

Smith vs Tulane

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Smith Northampton, MA	Tulane New Orleans, LA
Acceptance rateTulane University of Louisiana is more selective	21%	14%
SAT (25–75)	1420–1540	1400–1520
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,544	7,767
Avg net price	$27,579	$39,949
Median earnings (10 yr)Smith reports higher median earnings	$64,027	$63,268
Graduation rate	89%	86%
Median debt	$17,550	$20,500
Economic mobility	1.9%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Smith College or Tulane University of Louisiana harder to get into?

Tulane University of Louisiana is more selective: Smith College's acceptance rate is approximately 21% and Tulane University of Louisiana's is approximately 14% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Smith College vs Tulane University of Louisiana?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1420–1540 at Smith College and 1400–1520 at Tulane University of Louisiana. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.