In average, 57% of full-time first-time beginning undergraduate students (freshmen) have received grants and/or scholarships at two rivalry schools. The average financial aid amount received is $60,427.
For all undergraduate students, 59.00% received grants/scholarship and the average aid amount is $55,859
The average tuition & fees for the schools is - for state residents and $63,941 for out-of-state students.
The average cost of attendance (COA) including tuition & fees, book & supplies, and living costs for Columbia University vs Princeton University is $86,377 and, after receiving financial aid, the actual cost is down to $25,950.
| School Name | Tuition & Fees | Beginning Undergraduate Students (Freshmen) | All Undergraduate Students | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percent Receiving Aid | Average Amounts | Percent Receiving Aid | Average Amounts | ||
| Columbia University in the City of New YorkNew York, NY | $68,171 | 52.00% | $61,061 | 57.00% | $49,638 |
| Princeton UniversityPrinceton, NJ | $59,710 | 61.00% | $59,792 | 61.00% | $62,079 |
| Average | $63,941 (-) | 57% | $60,427 | 59% | $55,859 |