Admissions Overview
The admission process at Amherst College has a 10% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Amherst College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
10%
Very Selective
Application Volume
12,727
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
39%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Amherst College has a 10% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Amherst College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$65
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Amherst College. About 38% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,360 to 1,550. Additionally, about 17% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 35.
SAT Scores
38% of students submitted400
1600
1360 – 1550
200
800
690 – 770
200
800
670 – 780
ACT Scores
17% of students submitted1
36
31 – 35
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
28 – 35
Admission Statistics
12,727 students applied to AMHERST. Of those, 10% were accepted (1,250 students). Of these 1,250 accepted students, 488 chose to enroll.
12,727
Total Applicants
1,250
Students Admitted
488
Students Enrolled
10%
Acceptance Rate