Tufts University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Tufts University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Tufts University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in Medford, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,877, and admissions are extremely selective, with an acceptance rate of 10%. The university offers 75 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 93%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $66,358.
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- #1 Ranked in Best Biotechnology Programs
- #4 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Data Science Programs of 2022
- #9 Ranked in Best Master's in Philosophy Programs
- #17 Ranked in The Best College for LGBTQ+ Students In Each State
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPANot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile33-35
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1460-1550
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
14k
Students enrolled
14%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
22%
Unknown
2%
Black
3%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
9%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
9% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
18
Total Online Enrollment
1,902
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.14% online, 86% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
93% On-campus
7% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate24% online
Master's9% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $66,358 | $66,358 |
| Graduate | $48,324 | $48,324 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,660 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,796 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $17,660 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,796 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,796 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $86,814 | $86,814 |
| Off-campus without family | $86,814 | $86,814 |
| Off-campus with family | $69,154 | $69,154 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
12%
State Grant Aid
3%
Institution Grant Aid
41%
Pell Grant
9%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$16k
Average student debtafter graduation
$57k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Squash
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Fencing
- Field Hockey
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 11 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 13 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 14 | History. | |||
| 15 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 16 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 17 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 18 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 19 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 20 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Psychology. | |||
| 22 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 23 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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