Amherst College

Amherst, MA · Private University

Amherst College is a private university in Amherst, MA with a 10% acceptance rate, SAT range of 1360–1550, ACT range of 31–35, median graduate earnings of $77,644. Graduates of Amherst College earn a median of $77,644, with typical debt of $13,740 — an average return on investment.

Acceptance Rate

9.8%

SAT Range

1360–1550

ACT Range

31–35

Tuition (Out-of-State)

$67,280

Median Earnings

$77,644

Enrollment

1,907

Student-Faculty Ratio

7:1

Graduation Rate

93%

Retention Rate

97%

Top Majors by Graduate Earnings

Computer Science.$100,596 / yr

Economics.$90,568 / yr

Mathematics.$78,500 / yr

Political Science and Government.$61,125 / yr

History.$56,444 / yr