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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Medford, MA

Tufts University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$67,844

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

10.1%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

93.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$83,214

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Tufts University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Medford, MA. With a competitive tuition profile of $67,844, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 93.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing710 – 760
20025th–75th percentile800
Math750 – 790
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite33 – 35
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

10.1%

Transfer-Out Rate5.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$271,376

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$53,214

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$260,764

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$792,904

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Tufts University is $16,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
56.3%
43.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
42.0%
Asian
16.6%
International
12.3%
Hispanic
10.1%
Two or more
7.9%
Black
6.6%
Unknown
4.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$67,844

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$10,526
$30k - $48k$11,995
$48k - $75k$14,963
$75k+$26,964

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$16,250
Pell Grant Recipients11.6%
Using Federal Loans19.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment91.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

95.9%

Success

93.5%

In-State Cost

$67,844

Age 25+ Students

1.1%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

386 students

Living In Medford

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$2,212

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$2,377

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$2,827

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Medford metropolitan area.