It's time to rethink college tours
Traditional campus tours feel impersonal and can leave you with more questions than answers. You’re just a face in the crowd following a scripted tour led by a random guide. Is this really the best way to make one of the biggest decisions of your life?
SchoolScoops is the smarter, more personal way to tour colleges
Private and personalized tours
With traditional tours you’re just a number in a big group, making it hard to ask the questions that matter most. With SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats you can ask all the questions that are important to you.
Choose your own guide
On a typical college tour, the school assigns you a guide. SchoolScoops lets you pick a guide who matches your academic interests, hobbies, and personality. You'll get authentic insights and advice from someone who truly gets you.
No scripts, just scoops
Traditional campus tours are essentially a sales pitch—the guide works for the school and their job is to show you the highlights. SchoolScoops guides don’t work for their school, so there’s no sales pitch—just genuine advice to determine if the school is a good fit.
Find the school for you
Choosing where to go to college is a major decision and a huge investment. SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats go beyond the basics to help you make a well-informed college decision.
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Get to know Tufts University
Tufts University blends top-tier academics with a global, interdisciplinary focus—empowering students to lead, innovate, and drive change in their communities.
Overview
Founded in 1852, Tufts University is a private research university located in Medford and Somerville, Massachusetts, near Boston. Known for its interdisciplinary approach and international perspective, Tufts offers a diverse range of programs across its undergraduate and graduate schools, fostering a vibrant campus life and competitive athletic teams.
Size
As of fall 2023, Tufts University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,877 students.
Acceptance rate
Tufts University has an acceptance rate of approximately 10%. Half of the admitted students who submitted test scores have an SAT score between 1460 and 1550 or an ACT score between 33 and 35.
Cost
For the 2023–2024 academic year undergraduate tuition and fees were $70,704 for all students (as a private institution, Tufts charges the same tuition for both in-state and out-of-state students). Graduate Tuition varied by program; for example, the School of Medicine's tuition is $66,358. Tufts meets 100% of the demonstrated financial need of every admitted student, regardless of citizenship status.
Ranking
According to U.S. News & World Report, Tufts University is ranked #37 out of 436 National Universities.
Academics
Tufts offers over 70 undergraduate majors across various disciplines, including Arts and Sciences, Engineering, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. The university maintains a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio, fostering close interaction between students and professors.
Traditions
Tufts University's traditions include the Painting of the Cannon, where students decorate a campus cannon with messages, the Illumination Ceremony during orientation, the annual Spring Fling music festival, the Tufts Jumbo Days for admitted students, and Matriculation Day, which welcomes first-year students to the university.
Campus landmarks
Tufts University's best landmarks include the iconic Jumbo the Elephant statue, Ballou Hall on the hill, Tisch Library, the Memorial Steps, and the Academic Quad, offering stunning views of the Boston skyline.
Student body
Over 85% of Tufts University students come from outside Massachusetts, with significant representation from New York, California, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida, alongside a globally diverse international student body from over 120 countries.
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What is Tufts known for academically?
Tufts University is recognized for its academic excellence, strong research programs, and rigorous liberal arts education. It is considered one of the top research universities in the U.S.
Why is Tufts so hard to get into?
Tufts has a low acceptance rate due to the high volume of applications from top students and its holistic admissions process, which values strong academics, impactful extracurriculars, and well-rounded applicants, making competition for limited spots intense.
Why is Tufts tuition so expensive?
Tufts relies heavily on tuition because its endowment per student is lower than that of peer institutions like Penn, Northwestern, and Brown, making it more dependent on tuition revenue to fund operations.
How prestigious is Tufts University?
Founded in 1852, Tufts is considered one of the top universities in the U.S., known for its rigorous academics, innovative research, and global reputation for excellence in education.
Can you get a full ride to Tufts University?
Tufts meets 100% of demonstrated financial need, and students from families earning under $60,000 per year typically receive aid packages with no student loans, covering costs through grants and work-study funding.
What GPA do you need for Tufts?
The average GPA of admitted students at Tufts is 3.9, making it a highly competitive school that typically accepts students near the top of their class.
What kind of students go to Tufts?
Tufts attracts high-achieving students with strong GPAs and rigorous coursework. Admitted students typically have SAT scores between 1460-1540 or ACT scores between 33-35.
How can you take a campus tour of Tufts University?
Tufts offers in-person guided tours, self-guided tours, and virtual tours. You can schedule a guided tour through the Tufts Admissions website, explore on your own with a self-guided tour map, or take a virtual tour online.
Does Tufts offer private campus tours?
Yes, through SchoolScoops, you can book a private campus tour led by a student guide of your choice.
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