Admissions Overview
The admission process at Amherst College has a 7% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Amherst College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
7%
Extremely Selective
Application Volume
14,864
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
43%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Amherst College has a 7% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
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 40% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,420 to 1,550. Additionally, about 21% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 35.
SAT Scores
40% of students submitted400
1600
1420 – 1550
200
800
700 – 760
200
800
720 – 790
ACT Scores
21% of students submitted1
36
32 – 35
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
29 – 34
Admission Statistics
14,864 students applied to AMHERST. Of those, 7% were accepted (1,079 students). Of these 1,079 accepted students, 467 chose to enroll.
14,864
Total Applicants
1,079
Students Admitted
467
Students Enrolled
7%
Acceptance Rate