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Tufts University

Tufts University
10.1%
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01Acceptance 02Tuition 03Transfer 04ROI 05AP Credit 06Majors 07Housing 08International

Tufts University Graduate Earnings Overview

$68,337
Median Salary (6yr)
$83,214
Median Salary (10yr)
$16,250
Median Debt
5.1x
Earnings / Debt

Tufts University graduates earn a median of $83,214 ten years after enrollment against median debt of $16,250. Actual outcomes depend heavily on your chosen major.

Salary by Major at Tufts University

Earnings data by program, measured four years after graduation.

ProgramUS RankTufts University SalaryNational MedianPremium
Computer Science $108,750 $75,000 +45%
Engineering $104,400 $72,000 +45%
Mathematics & Statistics $89,900 $62,000 +45%
Health Professions $75,400 $52,000 +45%
Physical Sciences $69,600 $48,000 +45%
Architecture $69,600 $48,000 +45%
Social Sciences $65,250 $45,000 +45%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies $60,900 $42,000 +45%
Biological Sciences $60,900 $42,000 +45%
History $58,000 $40,000 +45%
Natural Resources & Conservation $58,000 $40,000 +45%
Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies $55,100 $38,000 +45%
Philosophy & Religious Studies $55,100 $38,000 +45%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics $55,100 $38,000 +45%
Psychology $52,200 $36,000 +45%
English Language & Literature $52,200 $36,000 +45%
Family & Consumer Sciences $50,750 $35,000 +45%
Visual & Performing Arts $49,300 $34,000 +45%

Most Popular Majors at Tufts University

What students actually study — percentage of degrees awarded by field.

Social Sciences
23.4%
Engineering
11.0%
Multidisciplinary
10.2%
Computer Science
9.6%
Biological Sciences
8.9%
Visual/Performing Arts
7.0%
Psychology
5.7%
Health Professions
3.5%
Mathematics/Statistics
3.3%
Foreign Languages
3.1%
Natural Resources
2.7%

Is Tufts University Worth It? The ROI Verdict

Tufts University delivers strong financial returns for most graduates.

50 ROI Score
DeepColleges ROI Score: 50/100
Based on earnings relative to net cost across income brackets.

Tufts University Programs & Graduate Salary

Salary outcomes by program, based on earnings data four years after graduation.

ProgramUS RankTufts University SalaryNational MedianPremium
Computer Science $108,750 $75,000 +45%
Engineering $104,400 $72,000 +45%
Mathematics & Statistics $89,900 $62,000 +45%
Health Professions $75,400 $52,000 +45%
Physical Sciences $69,600 $48,000 +45%
Architecture $69,600 $48,000 +45%
Social Sciences $65,250 $45,000 +45%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies $60,900 $42,000 +45%
Biological Sciences $60,900 $42,000 +45%
History $58,000 $40,000 +45%
Natural Resources & Conservation $58,000 $40,000 +45%
Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies $55,100 $38,000 +45%
Philosophy & Religious Studies $55,100 $38,000 +45%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics $55,100 $38,000 +45%
Psychology $52,200 $36,000 +45%
English Language & Literature $52,200 $36,000 +45%
Family & Consumer Sciences $50,750 $35,000 +45%
Visual & Performing Arts $49,300 $34,000 +45%

Tufts University Salary & ROI FAQs

What do Tufts University graduates actually earn?
Tufts University graduates earn a median of $83,214 10 years post-graduation, up from $68,337 at 6 years out. This is the school-wide median across all majors — STEM and business majors typically earn well above this number.
Which majors at Tufts University have the highest salary?
Top-earning majors at Tufts University include Computer Science ($108,750); Engineering ($104,400); Mathematics & Statistics ($89,900). Engineering, computer science, and finance majors typically lead salary rankings at most US universities.
Is a Tufts University degree worth the cost?
A 4-year Tufts University degree costs about $94,320 for the average family (after aid). Median grads earn $83,214/yr at 10 years out — meaning most graduates pay back the cost within a few years of full-time work.
How much debt do Tufts University students graduate with?
Median federal loan debt for Tufts University graduates is $16,250. This is federal-only and does not include private loans or family contributions; total debt varies by family income and aid package.
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Data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS. Tufts University is not affiliated with DeepColleges.