Tufts University
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1410 | 1550 |
| 2018 | 1430 | 1550 |
| 2019 | 1440 | 1550 |
| 2020 | 1440 | 1550 |
| 2021 | 1460 | 1540 |
| 2022 | 1460 | 1540 |
| 2023 | 1460 | 1540 |
| 2024 | 1460 | 1540 |
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👍 Great Fit If You Are:
Globally curious thinkers
if you care about the world and want to understand its complexity, Tufts opens that door.
Kind-hearted achievers
if you’re serious about school but don’t want to be cutthroat, this is your balance.
Bridge-builders
if you see value in linking STEM with ethics, policy with code, or medicine with humanity, Tufts excels at that.
Progressive leaders
if social impact, climate change, or civic justice matter to you, Tufts shares those priorities.
Soft-strong personalities
if you’re low-key but thoughtful, quirky but bright, Tufts will feel like home.
🚨 Not Ideal For:
Ultra-preprofessional maximizers
if your goal is fast-tracking to Goldman Sachs or Big Tech, Tufts may feel too reflective.
Traditional elitists
this isn’t a name-drop culture; it’s about what you do, not just where you’re from.
Hyper-competitive types
Tufts students challenge each other, but kindness is core to the ethos.
Huge-campus lovers
Tufts is mid-sized and personal, not anonymous or sprawling.
Pure-theory purists
Tufts values critical thought, but always with an eye toward real-world connection.
☀️ Weather & Climate
spring
45-65°F (7-18°C)
Variable, spring rain
summer
65-85°F (18-29°C)
Warm and humid
fall
45-70°F (7-21°C)
Beautiful foliage
winter
20-40°F (-7-4°C)
Cold with snow
Four seasons with cold winters
☀️Average 200 sunny days per year
👩🎓👨🎓 Demographics
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📚 Popular Majors
Campus Area Dining
Nearby Areas
Vibrant area with shops and eateries.
Diverse dining options and cultural venues.