A
Excellent
Score: 79/100

Tufts University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Medford, Massachusetts 02155
🌐 https://www.tufts.edu/
Outcomes
A+
95/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
A
89/100
Experience
A+
95/100
Prestige
A+
94/100

Quick Stats

13,274
Total Enrollment
93%
Graduation Rate
96%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
10%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Tufts University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $843,467
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,377/mo — vs ~$1,069/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02149 (3.4% cap, Everett)

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🏆 Where Tufts University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
International Relations and Affairs
of 92 schools
🥉
Medicine
of 100 schools
🥉
Art/Art Studies, General
of 100 schools
#4
Dentistry
of 64 schools
#5
Experimental Psychology
of 25 schools
#5
Veterinary Medicine
of 33 schools
#17
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#19
Computer Science
of 100 schools
#20
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
of 100 schools
#21
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $66,358 $66,358
Room $9,622
Board $8,038
Total Cost (On-Campus) $88,300 $88,300

Financial Aid

46%
Receive Any Aid
12%
Receive Pell Grants
20%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

13,274
Total Students
59%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 10%
Black 6%
Asian 16%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 15%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 86%
Hybrid (Some Online) 10%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Tufts University?
Tufts University has an acceptance rate of 10%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Tufts University?
Tuition at Tufts University is $66,358 for in-state students and $66,358 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Tufts University?
The graduation rate at Tufts University is 93%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Tufts University a good school?
Tufts University has a Repit College Score of 79/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Tufts University?
Tufts University has a total enrollment of 13,274 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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A
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B
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology