Amherst College

Website Address: www.amherst.edu

School Type:

Top Liberal Arts College

Location and Campus Setting:

Amherst is situated in central Massachusetts. While the area is somewhat rural, the town of Amherst is also home to the University of Massachusetts, leading to more nearby amenities than would exist otherwise.

Admissions Numbers:

• Standardized Tests 25-75 Percentile Ranges:

  • SAT Math: 680-780
  • SAT Verbal: 670-780
  • ACT: 29-33
• Percent of Applicants Admitted: 18.7%
• Percent of Admitted Students Enrolled: 36.7%

Undergraduate Class Size:

Approximately 400 students per class

Breakdown by Gender:

52% Male, 48% Female

Fees:

• Tuition: ,395
• Books and Supplies: 0
• Room and Board: 85
• Other Expenses: 00

Financial Aid:

Students Receiving Aid:

• Federal Grants: 17%
• State/Local Grants: 4%
• Institutional Grants: 48%
• Student Loans: 51%

Top Majors: History, English, Economics