Admissions Overview
The admission process at Tufts University has a 10% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Tufts University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
10%
Very Selective
Application Volume
34,003
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
50%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Tufts University has a 10% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Tufts University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other 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 Tufts University. About 36% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,460 to 1,550. Additionally, about 18% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
36% of students submitted400
1600
1460 – 1550
200
800
710 – 760
200
800
750 – 790
ACT Scores
18% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
Admission Statistics
34,003 students applied to Tufts. Of those, 10% were accepted (3,444 students). Of these 3,444 accepted students, 1,739 chose to enroll.
34,003
Total Applicants
3,444
Students Admitted
1,739
Students Enrolled
10%
Acceptance Rate