Amherst College
The unique qualities of Amherst College attract students from around the nation. For example, Amherst College requires students to take few general requirements, a process known as open curriculum. Students are only required to complete credits for their major and a freshmen seminar. Most classes at Amherst College average 15 students. As a result, professors are more accessible to students.
Students have plenty of opportunities to socialize at Amherst College since there are over 100 student organizations on campus. Starting new clubs at Amherst College is simple. Most students live on campus, so its easy to make new friends at Amherst College.
Higher education is expensive; however, Amherst College is dedicated to making college affordable for admitted students. Scholarships, loans, and federal grants are available for students relying on financial assistance.
Amherst College adheres to needs-blind admissions. Every applicant, regardless of their socio-economic status, is considered solely on merit and potential for success. In other words, even students without the ability to pay for school will be considered for admittance at Amherst College.
Admission Office
PO Box 5000
Amherst, MA 01002-5000
(413) 542-2328
Fax: (413) 542-2040
admission@amherst.edu
Contact: Katharine Fretwell
Director of Admission & Senior Associate Dean of Admission
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Main Address
PO Box 5000
Amherst, MA 01002-5000
(413) 542-2000
www.amherst.edu
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Size
Total undergrads: 1,697
First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 439
Degree-seeking undergrads: 1,697
Setting
Rural setting
Large town (10,000 - 49,999)
Residential campus
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Degrees offered:
 Bachelor's
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Tuition & Fees
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Estimated Annual Expenses |
'07-2008 |
'08-2009 |
'09-2010 |
'10-2011 |
% change '09-'11 |
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Tuition and fees |
$36,884 |
$38,310 |
$38,928 |
$40,862 |
+4.97% |
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Books and Supplies |
$1,000 |
$1,000 |
$1,000 |
$1,000 |
0.00% |
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Living Arrangement - On Campus |
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Room and Board |
$9,420 |
$9,790 |
$10,150 |
$10,660 |
+5.02% |
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Other |
$1,700 |
$1,800 |
$1,800 |
$1,800 |
0.00% |
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Living Arrangement - Off Campus |
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Room and Board |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
0.00% |
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Other |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
0.00% |
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Total Expenses |
'07-2008 |
'08-2009 |
'09-2010 |
'10-2011 |
% change '09-'11 |
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In-state On Campus |
$49,004 |
$50,900 |
$51,878 |
$54,322 |
+4.71% |
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In-state Off Campus |
$37,884 |
$39,310 |
$39,928 |
$41,862 |
+4.84% |
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In-state with Family |
$37,884 |
$39,310 |
$39,928 |
$41,862 |
+4.84% |
Financial Aid
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Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
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Type of Aid
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Students
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Percent
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Amount
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Average Per Student
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All students financial aid |
305 |
70% |
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Grant or scholarship aid |
221 |
50% |
$7,822,195 |
$35,395 |
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Federal grants |
74 |
17% |
$351,277 |
$4,747 |
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Pell grants |
57 |
13% |
$217,277 |
$3,812 |
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Other federal grants |
69 |
16% |
$134,000 |
$1,942 |
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State/local government grant or scholarships |
17 |
4% |
$34,196 |
$2,012 |
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Institutional grants or scholarships |
221 |
50% |
$7,436,722 |
$33,650 |
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Student loan aid |
73 |
17% |
$393,861 |
$5,395 |
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Federal student loans |
56 |
13% |
$244,136 |
$4,360 |
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Other student loans |
25 |
6% |
$149,725 |
$5,989 |
All Majors and Programs
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BA/BS
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MA/MS
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PhD
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AA/AS
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CERT
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Total of All Education Programs |
514 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Area, Gender, Cultural, Ethnic, and Group Studies |
37 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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African-american/black Studies |
13 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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American/united States Studies/civilization |
5 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Asian Studies/civilization |
12 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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European Studies/civilization |
2 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Women's Studies |
5 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Biology and Biomedical Sciences |
34 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Biology and Biological Sciences, General |
20 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Neuroscience |
14 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Computing and Information Sciences |
9 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Computer Science |
9 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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English Language, Composition and Literature/letters |
52 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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English Language and Literature, General |
52 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics |
54 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General |
4 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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French Language and Literature |
26 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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German Language and Literature |
2 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Latin Language and Literature |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Russian Language and Literature |
4 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Spanish Language and Literature |
18 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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History |
37 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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History, General |
37 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Mathematics and Statistics |
21 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Mathematics, General |
21 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, General |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, Other |
6 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Natural Resources and Conservation |
10 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Environmental Studies |
10 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Physical Sciences |
34 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Astronomy |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Chemistry, General |
14 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Geology and Earth Science, General |
12 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Physics, General |
8 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Psychology |
55 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Psychology, General |
55 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Social Sciences |
135 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Anthropology |
12 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Economics, General |
57 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Political Science and Government, General |
56 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Sociology |
10 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Visual and Performing Arts |
30 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Art/art Studies, General |
14 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Drama and Dramatics/theatre Arts, General |
5 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
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Music, General |
11 |
– |
– |
– |
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Above data represents first majors only.
(-) Indicates that a program is not offered at this level.
Admissions Information
Application Fee
College has an application fee: Yes
Regular application fee: $60
Online application fee: $60
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Enrollment Rates
Percent applicants admitted: 15%
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Undergraduate Majors
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies
 African Studies B
African-American Studies B
American Studies B
Asian Studies B
Central/Eastern European Studies B
European Studies B
Western European Studies B
Women's Studies B
Arts, Visual & Performing
Dance B
Drama/Theater Arts B
Fine/Studio Arts B
Music - General B
Biological & Biomedical Sciences
Biology B
Computer & Information Sciences
Computer Science B
English Language & Literature
English Language & Literature - General B
Foreign Language & Literature
Classics B
French B
German B
Greek, Ancient B
Latin B
Russian B
Spanish B
History
History - General B
Law & Legal Studies
Law & Legal Studies - General B
Mathematics
Mathematics - General B
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics/Computer Science B
Neuroscience B
Philosophy & Religion
Philosophy B
Religion/Religious Studies B
Physical Sciences
Astronomy B
Chemistry B
Geology B
Physics B
Psychology
Psychology - General B
Social Sciences
Anthropology B
Economics B
Political Science/Government B
Sociology B
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Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
A = Associate degree
B = Bachelor's degree
C = Certificate or diploma
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*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
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