I'm considering transferring to Amherst College, but I'm trying to gauge how difficult it is to get accepted as a transfer student. Does anyone have info on the transfer acceptance rate at Amherst?
Amherst College is generally quite competitive when it comes to transfer admission rates, reflecting the overall selectivity of the institution. Exact rates can vary from year to year based on the applicant pool, but in recent years, the transfer acceptance rate has often been in the single digits. For example, in 2023, the transfer acceptance rate was about 9%.
It's also worth noting that Amherst typically aims to enroll a relatively small number of transfer students each year, often around 20-25 students, from a pool of hundreds of applicants.
However, don't be disheartened by these numbers. If Amherst is where you wish to study and you feel your academic performance, as well as your engagement in extracurricular activities, align with the high standards of the institution, you should definitely consider applying. Good luck!
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