by our College Data Analytics TeamA traditional college student is defined as being between the ages of 18-21. At Amherst, 87.2% of undergraduate students fall into that category, compared to the national average of 60%.
| Student Age Group | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 18-19 | 859 | 44.9% |
| 20-21 | 810 | 42.3% |
| 22-24 | 199 | 10.4% |
| Under 18 | 25 | 1.3% |
| 25-29 | 15 | 0.8% |
| 30-34 | 5 | 0.3% |
| 35 and over | 1 | 0.1% |
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