Founded in 1821, Amherst College is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium-sized town of Amherst (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Amherst College (AC) is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Amherst College (AC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 198 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this US higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Name | Amherst College |
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Acronym | AC |
Founded | 1821 |
Motto | Terras Irradient Let them give light to the world |
Colours | Purple and white |
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Address | Boltwood Avenue Amherst (population range: 10,000-49,999) 01002-5000 Massachusetts United States |
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T | +1 (413) 542 2000 |
F | +1 (413) 542 2040 |
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Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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Local students |
over 20,000 US$ (14,700 Euro) |
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International students |
over 20,000 US$ (14,700 Euro) |
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Gender | Men and Women (coed) |
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International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades |
Admission Rate | 10-20% |
Admission Office | PO Box 5000 Amherst 01002-5000 +1 (413) 542 2328 |
Student Enrollment | 1,000-1,999 |
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Academic Staff | 200-299 |
Control Type | Private |
Entity Type | Non-Profit |
Academic Calendar | Semesters |
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Campus Setting | Suburban |
Religious Affiliation | None |
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