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Amherst College

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$21,367Avg. Net Price
92%Grad Rate
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Amherst College Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is AMHERST's enrollment deposit?

Amherst College does not require an enrollment deposit, but may require a fee for housing or orientation. You can find information on taking next steps at Amherst College's website.


Student Population

Amherst College educates a diverse community of 2,017 students, with 2,017 pursuing undergraduate degrees and engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

2,017


Total Undergraduates

2,017


Full-Time vs Part-Time

100% Full-Time

0% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at Amherst College has a 10% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Amherst College has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1500 and the average ACT score is 33.


Acceptance Rate

10%


Application Fee

$65


SAT

Students submitting SAT

38%

Total Score

400

1600

13601550

Reading and Writing

200

800

690770

Math

200

800

670780

ACT

Students submitting ACT

17%

Composite Score

0

36

3135

English

0

36

3235

Math

0

36

2835

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Location

Located in Amherst, MA, Amherst College offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

Amherst


County

Hampshire County


State

Massachusetts


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

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About

Amherst College features a student-focused approach with a 7 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

7 : 1


Religious Affiliation

False


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


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Cost

Amherst College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $21,367 with 65% of students receiving financial assistance including 22% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$21,367


Received Aid

65%


Pell Recipients

22%


Tuition

$33,325 In-State

$33,325 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The Amherst College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 9% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
974 (47%)
Women
1,043 (50%)
Other
56 (3%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
30 (2%)
18-19
835 (44%)
20-21
834 (44%)
22-24
190 (10%)
Over 25
21 (1%)

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Outcomes

Amherst College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 92% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

92%

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