Tufts University
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$59,560
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About Tufts University
A private, nonprofit school in Medford, Massachusetts, Tufts University enrolls more than 12,000 students annually. Accepting 15% of applicants and graduating 94% of its students, the competitive research institution offers more than 150 undergraduate options and over 160 graduate programs. Tufts features four campuses (including three in Massachusetts), six libraries, and over 45 interdisciplinary research centers and institutes. Students also have access to 300-plus clubs and organizations.
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- #1 Ranked in Best Biotechnology Programs
- #4 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Data Science Programs
- #4 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Computer Science Programs of 2022
- #4 Ranked in The Best Colleges for LGBTQ+ Students in 2022
- #5 Ranked in Fastest Master's in Public Health Programs
- #9 Ranked in Best Master's in Philosophy Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
16% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
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Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards92% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
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Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
Learn more about how we determine school awards94% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Test scores Required
High school rank Considered (not required)
High school GPA Required
Completion of college prep program Required
High school transcript Required
Letter of recommendation Required
Open admission No
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
SAT & ACT
Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.
While test scores can be an important aspect of college applications, schools determine admission based on several factors, and these test scores are only a suggested range.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsACT 25th-75th Percentile 32-35
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1380-1530
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of between 5,000 and 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards12k
Students enrolled
93%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
51%
Asian
14%
Non-U.S. Citizen
13%
Hispanic
8%
Black
5%
Two or more races
5%
Unknown
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
57%
Socio-economic diversity
10% 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
7
Total Online Enrollment
11,387
Percent of Programs Online
96% On-campus
4% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's Not offered
Graduate Certificate 19% online
Master's Not offered
Doctorate Not offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,560 | $59,560 |
| Graduate | $54,196 | $54,196 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,630 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,508 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,630 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,508 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $8,138 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $77,698 | $77,698 |
| Off-campus without family | $77,698 | $77,698 |
| Off-campus with family | $68,698 | $68,698 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
13%
State Grant Aid
3%
Institution Grant Aid
38%
Pell Grant
10%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$17k
Average student debt after graduation
$57k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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