Amherst, MA · Medford, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Amherst College | Tufts University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 9.8% | 10.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $67,280 | $67,844 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $67,280 | $67,844 |
| Average Net Price | $3,521 | $16,613 |
| Graduation Rate | 93.0% | 93.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Amherst College accepts 9.8% of applicants; Tufts University accepts 10.1%. Tuition is close: $67,280 at Amherst College, $67,844 at Tufts University. Six-year graduation rates are close: 93% at Amherst College, 93% at Tufts University.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Amherst College. It accepts 9.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Amherst College has lower published tuition: $67,280 versus $67,844. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Amherst College is at 93%; Tufts University is at 93%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.