Amherst College

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1,910
Total Students
1,910
Undergrads
0
Graduates
8.74%
Acceptance
📍 Amherst, MA
🎓 Est. 1821
🌐 Website
📊Admissions
8.74%
Acceptance Rate
3.8-4
Middle 50% GPA Range of Admitted Students
1410-1550
Composite Score
Middle 50% SAT Range of Admitted Students
31-35
Composite Score
Middle 50% ACT Range of Admitted Students

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Application Timeline

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Early Application Deadline
November 8, 2024
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Decision Released
Early-to-mid December
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Regular Decision Deadline
January 6, 2025
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Decision Released
Late March

Application Methods

Early Decision
Regular Decision
Transfer Admissions
⚖️Fit Profile

👍 Great Fit If You Are:

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Curious, self-driven learners

if you love asking big questions and want total freedom in what you study, Amherst’s open curriculum was made for you.

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Students who want deep intellectual engagement

if your idea of fun is debating philosophy over dinner or writing about race, gender, and power in small seminars, you’ll thrive here.

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Independent thinkers

Amherst is for those who don’t want hand-holding but instead crave the space to chart their own academic path.

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Students who want real mentorship

professors will know your name, your interests, and often, your dreams.

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Those seeking equity and access

with full-need, need-blind aid (even for internationals), Amherst makes elite education genuinely accessible.

🚨 Not Ideal For:

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Students who prefer structured curriculums

if you feel more comfortable with clear graduation requirements and core classes, the open curriculum may feel overwhelming.

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Big-school experience seekers

if you want bustling campuses, Division I sports energy, or large lecture halls, Amherst may feel too quiet or intimate.

3

Social butterflies who love nightlife

the town is charming, but very small. Don’t expect urban energy.

4

Students looking for pre-professional tracks

Amherst prioritizes broad, critical thinking over job-specific training or vocational majors.

📍Campus Location
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👨‍🎓Student Life

☀️ Weather & Climate

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spring

45-65°F (7-18°C)

Mild with occasional rain

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summer

65-85°F (18-29°C)

Warm and pleasant

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fall

40-70°F (4-21°C)

Cool with fall foliage

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winter

15-35°F (-9-2°C)

Cold with snow

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Amherst experiences four distinct seasons, characterized by cold winters and mild summers.

☀️Average 197 sunny days per year

👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 Demographics

12%
International Students

Gender Ratio

Female
52%
Male
48%

Ethnic Distribution

White
41%
Asian
15%
Hispanic
14%
International
12%
African_american
12%
MultiRace
6%

📚 Popular Majors

Economics
Mathematics
Computer Science
English
Political Science
💰Annual Tuition
In-State$73,140
Out-of-State$73,140
🍽️Dining & Nearby Areas

Campus Area Dining

Downtown Amherst
Northampton
Five College Area

Nearby Areas

Downtown Amherst
1 mile

A vibrant area with shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Price Range: $
Northampton
8 miles

Known for its arts scene and diverse dining options.

Price Range: $$
💸Career Outcomes
$65,000
Median Earnings
75%
Employment Rate
$58,900
Starting Salary
A+
Career Grade

Top Employers

Goldman Sachs
McKinsey
Google
Teach for America
Microsoft

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