Amherst College
- 4 Year
- AMHERST, MA
Amherst College Academics
Amherst Academic Statistics
Academics
grade A+
Based on acceptance rate, quality of professors, student reviews, and additional factors.
Graduation Rate
95%
National
49%Full-Time Retention Rate
91%
Part-Time Retention Rate
No data available
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$2,317
National
$1,524Non-traditional Learning
- Evening Degree ProgramsNo
- Teacher CertificationYes
- Study AbroadYes
About the Classes
Most Popular Majors
- Economics74 Graduates
- Mathematics68 Graduates
- Research and Experimental Psychology55 Graduates
- Computer Science46 Graduates
- Political Science and Government40 Graduates
- English39 Graduates
- History33 Graduates
- Neuroscience and Neurobiology26 Graduates
- Biology25 Graduates
- Legal Studies17 Graduates
100%
of students say they attend class. 10 responsesAmherst Professors
Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
7:1
Female Professors
51%
Male Professors
49%
Average Professor Salary
$153,012
Poll
60%
of students say they take advantage of office hours/study sessions. 10 responsesGet Recruited
What Students Say About Professors
Poll
91%
of students say professors are passionate about the topics they teach. 35 responsesPoll
89%
of students say professors care about their students' success. 35 responsesPoll
86%
of students say professors are engaging and easy to understand. 35 responsesPoll
91%
of students agree professors are approachable and helpful when needed. 35 responsesSimilar Colleges
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