PrivateSuburbanTufts University
Medford, Massachusetts 02155-5555
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
Tufts University is a private institution in Medford with particular strength in engineering and computer science. With an average SAT of 1513, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 6.8K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
93% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $83,214 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $35,435.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — rhabdo
History & Fun Facts
- •President Ballou died in 1861 and was succeeded by Alonzo Ames Miner.
- •The first course of a three-year program leading to a degree in civil engineering was established in 1865, the same year MIT was founded.
- •By 1869, the Crane Theological School was organized.
Source: Wikipedia
Notable Alumni
Jamie Dimon '78
CEO of JPMorgan Chase
Pierre Omidyar '88
Founder of eBay
Tracy Chapman '86
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter
Hank Azaria '88
Emmy-winning actor known for The Simpsons voices
Juan Manuel Santos '81
President of Colombia and 2016 Nobel Peace Prize recipient
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1513
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Decision (Binding)
November 1
Decision by Mid-December
Early Decision II (Binding)
January 1
Decision by Mid-February
Regular Decision
January 1
Decision by Late March
Supplemental essays required.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Decision Notifications
International Students
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Tufts is need-blind in admissions for U.S. citizens and permanent residents
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
81.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$15,043
Academics
Research: Strong undergraduate research opportunities across all disciplines
Programs (192)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
After Graduation
Top Graduate Schools
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
96%
Campus Life
Tufts competes in NESCAC with teams known as the Jumbos, named after Jumbo the Elephant
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
47
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MA state average + suburban adjustment
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Amtrak
Boston South Station 7 miles via subway
Walkability
Walkable campus with excellent public transit access to Boston
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Nearby Attractions
Davis Squarewalkable
Vibrant Somerville neighborhood with restaurants, cafes, and the historic Somerville Theatre
Downtown Boston
Major city attractions including museums, sports venues, historic sites via subway
Harvard Square
Cambridge's cultural center with bookstores, restaurants, and street performers
Days out near Medford
NewTwo or three colleges you can see in one day around Boston, from real bookable tour times.
- Merrimack College · Southern New Hampshire UniversityTwo states46 days
- Gordon College · Northeastern UniversityBig and small44 days
- University of Massachusetts-Amherst · Amherst CollegeBig and small24 days