Rankings
How every major ranking places Tufts University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine & clinical health | 26 | $54,864 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 17 | $55,650 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 15 | $37,842 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 13 | $27,825 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 13 | $27,825 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 12 | $33,390 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 10 | $55,650 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 7 | $30,608 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 6 | $38,940 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 5 | $38,955 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 5 | $27,825 | See → |
| Business & management | 4 | $55,650 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 4 | $46,375 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $30,691 | See → |
| Social sciences | 1 | $38,955 | See → |
Costs and entry
65 courses mention scholarships. 96 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Tufts University
The job market for Tufts University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Tufts University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $36,915 a year; half of Tufts University's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $27,825 and $55,650. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $55,650, life sciences & biotechnology $27,825.
How is Tufts University ranked?
Tufts University is ranked #334 by QS (2026), #189 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #201–300 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Dentistry (#22) and Veterinary Science (#43).
What IELTS score does Tufts University need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (9 of the 18 that list it) ask for IELTS 7 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does Tufts University offer?
139 postgraduate courses across 15 fields; the largest are medicine & clinical health (26), engineering & technology (17) and public health & allied health (15).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Tufts University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.