Race & Ethnicity
Tufts University has a diverse student body with 43% students of color and 14% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Tufts University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Tufts University has a gender distribution of 56% female students and 44% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
23% of total enrollment
28% of total enrollment
2% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Tufts University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 90% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
90%
Traditional Age (18-21)
1%
Non-Traditional (25+)
49%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Tufts University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 14% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 21% in-state residents, 65% out-of-state students, and 14% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
21% of student body
65% of student body
14% of student body
States Represented
49 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
43%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
56%
Female Students
Global Reach
14%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age