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
34,882
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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
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 37% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,450 to 1,550. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
37% of students submitted400
1600
1450 – 1550
200
800
710 – 760
200
800
740 – 790
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
Admission Statistics
34,882 students applied to Tufts. Of those, 10% were accepted (3,381 students). Of these 3,381 accepted students, 1,695 chose to enroll.
34,882
Total Applicants
3,381
Students Admitted
1,695
Students Enrolled
10%
Acceptance Rate