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Amherst College Cost

Net Price

Net Price
$14,687/ year
National
$15,431
Net Price Calculator
npc.collegeboard.org/student/app/amherst
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $3,700/ year
  • $30-48k
    $4,840/ year
  • $49-75k
    $10,759/ year
  • $76-110k
    $20,406/ year
  • $110k+
    $40,438/ year

Net price is the average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition
$50,562/ year
Out-of-State Tuition
$50,562/ year
Average Housing Costs
$13,210/ year
Average Meal Plan Cost
$6,050/ year
Books & Supplies
$1,000/ year
Tuition Guarantee Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Prepaid Tuition Plan
No

Loans

Students Taking Out Loans
18%
Average Loan Amount
$6,512/ year
National
$7,033

Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid
68%
Average Total Aid Awarded
$46,857/ year
National
$7,271
Students Receiving Aid
  • Federal Grant Aid
    24%
  • State Grant Aid
    3%
  • Institution Grant Aid
    57%
  • Pell Grant
    24%
Average Aid Awarded
  • Federal Grant Aid
    $5,166
  • State Grant Aid
    $2,769
  • Institution Grant Aid
    $44,566
  • Pell Grant Amount
    $4,495
Poll
Which statement best describes your financial aid experience at this school?
Based on 38 responses
  • It went smoothly, and I received the financial aid I needed.
    45%
  • The process was a hassle, but I received the financial aid I needed.
    8%
  • It was an absolute headache, and it took multiple attempts to receive any aid.
    0%
  • It is an ongoing process that I am still dealing with.
    11%
  • I did not apply for financial aid.
    37%
Financial Aid Website
amherst.edu/~finaid

Overall Value

Value
A+
Based on average net price, earnings potential, student and alumni reviews, and additional factors.
Poll
89%
of students feel like they are getting their money's worth out of their program.9 responses
Graduation Rate
94%
National
47%
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