Amherst College application deadlines 2026–27
Next deadline: Early Decision, Nov 9, 2026. Every date below links to its source. Checked Nov 1, 2026.
9%Acceptance rate
1490–1580SAT middle 50%
33–35ACT middle 50%
$75Application fee
Deadlines for fall 2027
| Plan | Deadline | Decision | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Early Decision · binding “Early Decision - Deadline is Nov. 9, 2026” | Nov 9, 2026 Nov 9 · today | by early-to-mid December | Official page |
Regular Decision “Regular Decision - Deadline is Jan. 5, 2027” | Jan 5, 2027 Jan 5 · 57d | by late March | Official page |
Colleges can change dates. Always confirm on the official website before you submit.
Requirements
- Test policy
- Test optional
- Applies through
- Common App, Apply Coalition, with Scoir, QuestBridge Application
Supplemental essays
Amherst College Writing Supplement (includes optional Research Questions section) · all applicants
Cost & outcomes
- Tuition
- $73,830
- 6-year graduation
- 93%
- Median earnings, 10 yrs
- $95,161
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Net price calculator