Amherst College admissions
Amherst, MA
Amherst College acceptance rate
9.0%
1,238 of 13,743 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Amherst College is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 39% of admitted students enrolled (480 of 1,238).
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Common questions about Amherst College
What is the acceptance rate at Amherst College?
Amherst College admitted 9.0% of applicants (1,238 of 13,743) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Amherst College?
480 of the 1,238 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 39%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Amherst College?
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