Hi Tufts students. I’m applying ED November 1st and have hard time understanding Prompt 1 for the supplemental.
Here it is:
Please describe how you have learned about and engaged with Tufts during your college search process (75-150 words)

I think it’s a “Why us” in disguise so I followed my head but I am getting doubts because maybe they mean my experience on virtual tours, vlogs, etc. and what I thought of it. I was going to put niche facts and how I could relate them to the schools mission, but I ended up doing something else instead.

Would anyone mind reviewing and offering some feedback? <3

Hello,

I'm a senior who was originally planning on going to this w a friend but they've since bailed. Anyone going (either w a group or alone) who wouldn't mind an addition to their plans? Shoot me a DM if so!

Hi everyone!

I know that judging someone based solely on stats isn’t practical, but for the sake of discussion, let’s just assume I have strong ECs, honors, essays, and LORs.

Talking about my academics, I took A Levels as an international student (applying as CS major to the Tufts' School of Arts and Science) and chose the most rigorous subjects my high school offered.

Final CAIE Grades: A A A A b (Physics, Chemistry, Math, Computer Science, and English General Paper)

SAT: 1550 (750 R&W, 800 Math)

I’ll also be applying for financial aid as an international student. How much might that affect my chances, even with these stats?

I’d appreciate any honest opinions or insights from people familiar with Tufts admissions. Thanks!

I got a 1440 , a 680 english, and a 760 math. Should I submit or no. I have a pretty bad gpa so i was hoping a good sat score could help show my smarts or whatever but i didnt get the score i wanted

I’m planning to ED to Tufts, and my SAT score is within the middle 50% though my score breakdown is not good.

Intended major: Biochemistry

Reading 760, math 710
Idk why my math is so low I plateaued at 700ish and I can’t get it up. Now it’s too late.

I know that my composite isn’t a bad score but I’m worried that since my intended major is STEM related the math being lower doesn’t fully reflect my math capabilities.

For more context on my math skills: Freshman year, geometry B+, Algebra 2 B+, AP precalc A-, AP Calculus AB A (so far). Note that the B+ are my only Bs I’ve gotten in highschool so my transcript regarding math isn’t spectacular.

I’m leaning towards going test optional but would love a second opinion! Thanks 🩵🩵

sat is 740 r&w 780 math

applying niche humanities

great essays, good ecs, decent awards, generic rec letters

female, attending a competitive public high school in state (ma)

gpa has an upward trend and not so serious "extenuating" situations (moving from a different country + financial hardship + politically unstable living situation).

Thanks guys!

Hi I’m a sophomore taking ec11, this is my first Econ class at tufts I just wanted to ask if anybody knows the grading scale/cutoffs for the department or class. Like how what percent is an A, B, etc…

Thanks!

im taking chem 1 right now with ravi and I'm terrified for this midterm, any piece of advice would be greatly appreciated

Has anyone done the Tufts in Hong Kong program at HKU? I'm interested in doing it next year and was wondering if anyone could share their experience.

hey guys!

I am heavily considering Tufts for ED and make under their tuition promise (so I will receive basically free tuition if admitted). However, I know Tufts is need-aware in its admissions so will it be very difficult to be accepted considering I'd need full aid?

Could anyone with similar experiences share if they were admitted/denied and how the aid played out? Thanks!!

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Hi Tufts, it’s your Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell. Did you know that fees like “move-in” or “lease renewal” fees you might get from your landlord or building management company are illegal? If you’ve received one of these – even if you paid it – I want you to report it to my office. 

Just last month, my office won a $500k settlement with a property management company doing this in Boston – and all of that money is going back to the affected tenants.  Landlords can only ask you to pay for first and last month’s rent, a security deposit, and the cost of a new lock and key upfront. Any other fees are illegal. Report them to my office at the link below. We’ll work to get your money back. 
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I'm in PHY 1 (with jana grcevich... if yk anything about her...) and we have midterm 1 on wendesday and i'm so scared for it... like i feel like i'm not prepared enough even though hypothetically the material should be ok, especially after getting the first quiz back...

does anyone have any advice on how to best study and prepare for her tests, or any resources that have helped in the past? literally any tips or advice will help, tysm :)

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Hi! The girls my friend and I were going to live with next year ended up in a different housing situation, so we're looking for 1-2 more girls who are going to be juniors next year to live off campus with. If you or anyone you know is looking, message me and let me know! 😊

I am choosing a ED2 school. Plan to go to grad school to study anthropology or biology in the future.

I am wondering about the school vibe, social environment and something special for the school culture.

Since it is in Tufts subreddit, I would like to ask about these things about Tufts

And if you have insights about both two school. I would really appreciate any sharing!

Thank you :>

I have the following units available for June 2027. If anyone is interested in a tour let me know. All super close to campus and renovated. No fee I’m the owner.

3bed 1 bath
6bed 2 bath
5bed 2 bath

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Guys PLEASE URGENT: we're 3 sophomore girls with a confirmed 1350 a month housing; one of our members just dropped out. Does anyone need housing and is willing to pay the deposit of 1350 by tonight? PLEASE GUYS PLEASEEEEE I CANT LOSE THIS HOUSE PLEASE

I’m currently a freshman at a large out-of-state public university and I’m thinking about applying to transfer to Tufts for Fall 2027.

I had around a 4.2 weighted GPA and 1480 SAT in high school, and right now I’m taking Gen Chem + lab, Biology + lab, Microeconomics, English, and an honors seminar. I’m planning on taking Calc and Stats next semester and hopefully getting involved in research, volunteering, and some clinical experience.

For anyone who transferred to Tufts or knows the process well:

• What do you think helped you get accepted?
• What kind of college GPA should I realistically aim for?
• How much do extracurriculars matter for transfers?
• Is there anything specific Tufts seems to look for in transfer applicants?
• How important are the essays and explaining why you want to transfer?
• Is it worth submitting my SAT?
• What is Tufts actually like as a transfer student?
• Is it hard to make friends and get involved after coming in sophomore year?
• How are the classes, professors, and overall student culture?

I’m mostly trying to figure out what I should be doing during freshman year to put myself in the best position to apply and whether Tufts would actually be a good place to transfer to.

Would really appreciate advice from current students or people who transferred in.