Race & Ethnicity
Amherst College has a diverse student body with 50% students of color and 13% 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
2% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Amherst College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 83% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Age Diversity Insights
83%
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 13% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 9% in-state residents, 78% out-of-state students, and 13% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
9% of student body
78% of student body
13% of student body
States Represented
48 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
50%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
52%
Female Students
Global Reach
13%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age