Tufts University

(Medford, MA)

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Tufts, as an institution, is supported by four main pillars: Globalism, Intellectual Citizenship, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Sustainability. At Tufts, students are engaged in these pursuits from their first day on campus.

A world-class research university, Tufts is grounded in a tradition of forward thinking innovation on an intimate scale. As an undergraduate you will be working closely with both your peers and professors on cutting edge research in the humanities, physical sciences, social sciences, and math. If research isn't your cup of tea, professors are still always accessible and engaged in the lives of students.

Located just outside of Boston, Tufts is able to maintain a true New England liberal arts campus while also keeping ties to the vibrant Boston community. Students at Tufts are engaged on and off campus and in over 50 countries around the world at any given time. Undergrads draw off the resources of our Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Medical, Dental, Nutrition, Veterinary, and International Affairs graduate schools on a regular basis.

Overall, we are a home for 5000 students for a four year stretch. When you come to visit Tufts, you'll see for yourself just how welcoming our intellectual community is!

Admissions

22%
of Applicants Admitted

Admitted Freshmen Ranked

  • 94% in Top 10% in H.S. Class
  • 98% in Top 25% in H.S. Class
  • 100% in Top 50% in H.S. Class
  • November 01, 2011
  • January 02, 2012
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 2040–2260 SAT Total
  • 680–750 SAT Reading
  • 680–790 SAT Math
  • 680–760 SAT Writing
  • 31–33 ACT Composite
  • 31–33 ACT English
  • 31–33 ACT Writing
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$53,130
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $40,342
  • $40,342
  • $11,988
  • $800

 

Will I Like It

5,513
number of undergraduates
  • Private Non-Profit
  • Suburban
  • 9 to 1 Student to Faculty Ratio
  • 51% Women
  • 96% returned for Second Year
  • 80% of students are from Out of State
  • 12% of students join a Frat or Sorority
  • 75% live in School-affliated housing
  • 1% of students are 25 or older

Famous Alumni

Pierre Omidyar - Founder of eBay

Vikram Akula - Founder and CEO of SKS Microfinance

Susan Decker - Former President of Yahoo!, Inc

Jamie Dimon - CEO of JP Morgan Chase Corporation

Nicole Fiscella - Actress and Model

Meg Hourihan - Creator of Blogger

Alan Hovhaness - American Composer

Ellen J. Kullman - CEO of DuPont

Roy Raymond - Founder of Victoria's Secret

Peter Roth - CEO of Warner Brothers Television

Richard Thoman - President and CEO of Xerox Corporation

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics

Education

Teaching

Engineering

Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Other Engineering

Health & Medicine

Dentistry, Health Administration, Nutrition, Pharmacy, Pre-Med, Veterinary

Humanities

Art History, English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy, Religion

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government, Public Policy

Science & Math

Animal Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics

Social Sciences

Anthropology, Archeology, International Relations, Other Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, Urban Studies

Extra Curriculars

Animals, Books, Amnesty International, Chess, Anthropology Club, Church, Art Club, Comedy, Band, Computers, Block & Bridle Club, Dogs, Chess Club, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Computer Club, Languages, Marching Band, Ensemble, Medicine, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Piano, Poetry, Politics, Foreign Language Club, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Theatre, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Math Club, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, NAHS - National Art Honors Society, Orchestra, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Students for a Free Tibet, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Mailing Address

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Medford, MA 02155-5555
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