Race & Ethnicity
Amherst College has a diverse student body with 50% students of color and 12% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Amherst College offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Amherst College has a gender distribution of 52% female students and 48% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
48% of total enrollment
52% of total enrollment
3% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Amherst College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 85% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Age Diversity Insights
85%
Traditional Age (18-21)
1%
Non-Traditional (25+)
0%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Amherst College attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 12% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 13% in-state residents, 75% out-of-state students, and 12% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
13% of student body
75% of student body
12% of student body
States Represented
44 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
50%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
52%
Female Students
Global Reach
12%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age