Undergraduate

The heart of a Tufts undergraduate education is the exploration of both our consciousness and our society. Tufts fosters a culture of academic rigor and inspired scholarship in a range of fields, from life sciences to literature. Our students are problem solvers and entrepreneurs, figuring out solutions for the challenges ahead.

At Tufts, you can major in more than 70 undergraduate degree programs and have your pick from thousands of undergraduate courses. There are approximately 5,000 undergraduate students at Tufts, about 80 percent in the School of Arts and Sciences and 20 percent in the School of Engineering.

The majority of courses are taught by full-time professors, most of whom hold a Ph.D and many of whom are practicing professionals in their fields. The university strives to foster personal relationships between students and faculty, encouraging individual attention in both the classroom and research settings.

What can I study at Tufts?

You have a wide range of potential majors and fields of study at Tufts, all on our Medford/Somerville campus.

View all undergraduate majors and minors in the School of Arts and Sciences

View all undergraduate majors and minors in the School of Engineering

Academic Profiles

Four Years, Infinite Possibilities

Senior year -- as a freshman, it can seem light years away. But for members of the Class of 2010, the reality is beginning to sink in.

Behind the Musical

With rollicking performances by an undergraduate cast, the classic Cole Porter show Kiss Me Kate is a hit at Balch Arena Theater.

A Reassuring Option

For undergraduates considering a career in the health sciences, applying for early assurance of admission to Tufts' professional schools can be just the right move.