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.
Established
1852
Motto
Pax et Lux
Mascot
Jumbo the Elephant
Type
Private research university
Conference
New England Small College Athletic Conference—the NESCAC—in NCAA Division III
Division
Division III
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10%Acceptance
1513SAT Avg
6,804Students
10:1Student:Faculty
93%Grad Rate
$83,214Earnings 10yr
$35,435Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate10.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1513
Reading & WritingMid: 735
710760
MathMid: 760
750790
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 34
3335
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$67,844
Room & Board$17,660
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$84,600
Average Net Price$35,435
Median Debt at Graduation$16,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$172
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,526
$30–48K$11,995
$48–75K$14,963
$75–110K$26,964
$110K+$53,400
Programs (192)
Student Body
Undergrads
6,804
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
15%
Pell Grant Recipients
12%
Race & Ethnicity
White 42%
Black 7%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 17%
Two+ 8%
Int'l 12%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate93.3%
Freshman Retention95.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$68,337
8 Years$70,761
10 Years$83,214
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$91,600
Men
$118,000
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Source: Wikipedia