Tufts tells its students they’ll get the best of both worlds: The resources of a research university with the individualized attention of a liberal arts college. The private university offers more than 70 undergraduate majors, with popular programs in biology, computer science, economics and international relations.
About 90% of undergraduates graduate within four years. Attending can be expensive: More than half of students pay the full sticker price, and for those who receive financial aid, the annual net price is roughly $33,000. But a Tufts degree does produce results. According to the school, 96% of graduates were employed, enrolled in graduate school or participating in service or fellowship within six months of graduation. For the workers, the median earnings a few years into working tops $95,000, according to the College Scorecard.
Tufts is home to the Beelzebubs, a male a cappella group best known for providing vocals on the TV show Glee. Students spend their days socializing at The Sink, a student-run coffee shop, hitting the books at Tisch Library, relaxing on “Prez Lawn” and sporting hats, shirts and hoodies with Jumbo, the school’s elephant mascot.
Students also brag their university is in an ideal location: Not only is the campus scenic, but the towns of Medford and nearby Somerville provide many entertainment opportunities. Plus, Boston is about 20 minutes away on the train, providing opportunities for internships, jobs and plain old networking.
