Tufts University
Medford, MA
A private research university just outside Boston known for strong international relations (through the Fletcher School's undergraduate ties) and engineering programs, plus a campus culture that blends academic intensity with a somewhat quirkier, less pre-professional vibe than some peer schools. Athletics are Division III and low-pressure, so social life runs more through clubs, a cappella groups, and Boston's citywide scene nearby.
11%
Acceptance rate
1450–1540
SAT range
33–35
ACT range
3.9
Average GPA
6,500
Undergrads
$65,000/yr
In-state tuition
$65,000/yr
Out-of-state tuition
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