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Best Things

  1. The Library roof (you'll understand when you get here)
  2. Getting to know your professors
  3. A cappella
  4. Spring Fling
  5. Opportunities to do research
  6. Free movies from film series
  7. Sunday brunch at Dewick
  8. Great guest speakers (i.e. two former U.S. Presidents)
  9. Six miles from Boston, but with an isolated campus
  10. Smart, talented, and passionate student body

Happy Students

97% of students return after their first year.

Commitment to Teaching

There are 9 students for every member of faculty on campus.

Proven Success

91% of students will complete their education and graduate with a degree.

Knowledgeable Professors

95% of students surveyed rated the general knowledge of professors as above average.

Low-Stress Course Load

68% of students surveyed rated the manageability of work as above average.

Accepting Campus Community

79% of students surveyed said that the campus community as a whole is very accepting of members of minority groups.

Great Local Atmosphere

63% of students surveyed said that there is always something fun and interesting going on near campus.

Students Don't Want to Leave

50% of students surveyed said that they would totally live in the area after graduation.

Campus Pride

50% of students surveyed said that they love everything about the school and have a lot of campus pride.

Highly Satisfied Students

86% of students surveyed would make the same school choice if they could do it all over again.

Help Finding a Job or Internship

63% of students surveyed said that the career center is very helpful and provides services to students beyond help landing a job.

Genders Equally Represented

A male-to-female ratio of 51/49 means there's a pretty even balance of students on campus.

Learn from the Best

95% of faculty have earned the highest degree in their field.

Personal Attention

You can expect personal attention with 75% of classes having less than 20 students.

Help to Succeed

The school has academic and career counseling available to help you when you need it.

Get AP Credit

If you took AP classes in high school, you might be able to get college credit for them.

Work Part-Time During School

Employment services are available for students.

Help Getting Hired

Placement services are available to graduates.

Students Stick Around

Only 5% of students transfer out.

Extremely Diverse

One of the most racially diverse campuses—44% of students are minorities.

Top Rankings and Student Raves About Them

Campus Dining at Tufts University

Carey67

Psychology Studies '15

5.0
A+

Dewick!

The food is the best. There is a ton of variety each meal, and it changes daily. You swipe in once to get an unlimited meal, so the upperclassmen tend to do their homework inside while snacking.

Sep 15, 2011

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Academics at Tufts University

chlgkdus90

Psychology '13

4.6
A

It's Really Nice

The professors have alot to teach and they really know their stuff. The exams are quite tricky but if you work hard enough you will get good grades.

Jan 24, 2011

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Local Atmosphere at Tufts University

cerberus108

Creative Writing '16

4.6
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Davis Square / Inner Boston

Love the proximity to Boston. Lots to do, and great places for food.

Apr 24, 2012

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