Tufts alumni live and work around the world. They are leaders, mentors, colleagues, and friends who continue to engage with Tufts – through lifelong learning, networking, volunteering, and returning to campus for reunions and events.
About
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About
Tufts at a Glance
1852
Year Tufts was established
4
Campuses, each with its own character: urban, suburban, and rural
1,292,572
Volumes in six total libraries
59
New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) championships
1,546
Total faculty members
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Excellence Adds Up
At Tufts, students discover the tools necessary to drive themselves—and the world—forward. Every student's unique experience is personalized by drawing from a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities.
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A Global Alumni Network
Living alumni in the Tufts University network
Undergraduate reunions in 2022, the largest on-campus celebrations ever
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Best of Both Worlds
From Medford and Somerville to Grafton and Boston, Tufts’ four locations are welcoming, dynamic learning environments. Students can take advantage of everything Greater Boston has to offer without straying far from campus.
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$197M+
Sponsored research during 2020-2021 in health, medicine, and dental
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41
Number of arts and performance groups on campus (undergrad)
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300+
Student organizations, including 30 graduate and professional clubs
Jumbo the Elephant
Since 1885, our mascot, Jumbo, has inspired and encouraged everyone who wears the brown and blue.