r/amherstcollege

Amherst literally said the class is full. they barely take anyone off the waitlist. like historically it's a joke.

so if you're already in at amherst AND you just got off a waitlist somewhere else? PLEASE TAKE IT. free up a spot. i am literally on my knees in a dunkin' donuts writing my 10th LOCI.

i will name my firstborn after you. i will send you a handwritten thank you note. i will defend you in any internet argument for free. pls just take the other offer.

Hello,

I am posting for my little sister who was invited to do the Summer Bridge Program (Humanities Track). I was wondering for those who have participated before what are the benefits? What are the cons for doing this program?

Is the dorm you live in during summer bridge the same as the dorms for the academic year?

Appreciate any insights!

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Hey, I'm a recent admitted transfer student and i'm interested in LJST with Economics or Sociology. I'm wondering about the housing situation at Amherst. What are the best dorms and what's the off campus housing situation like as well. How much does it cost, best area's to live in if off campus, I'm still interested in being social or whatever that looks like in Amherst but need some clarity :)

hey! I'm was wondering if I could pm anyone who has previously transferred to amherst. also, I'm wondering if amherst takes transfers from 4-yr unis, if anyone knows.

Is it possible that Amherst overenrolled this year?

Because in previous years, the waitlist started moving as early as May 3rd, but for this cycle, we haven't heard anything yet.

Question for current students: the admission email says: “You will also be asked to submit several online forms; most forms will be due on or before July 1. Please be certain that you have access to the Internet over the summer and regularly check your email.” What forms and materials are required, if you still recall? I’ll be traveling in June so wanted to get an idea in advance.

Thank you very much!

I answered yes on the form to go to Amherst. I'm very excited! But I haven't got ANYTHING from the college, not even a celebration email. Has anybody else gotten emails or anything?

Class of 2030 here, I was accepted into Amherst College RD and committed there before May 1st, but I just got off the RISD waitlist, and now I’m not sure where to go.

I’m pretty serious about visual art, so RISD would train me better and probably network for career opportunities better, but I also like other humanities stuff like History and English, or culture and linguistics. In that sense Amherst would definitely be more well rounded, and probably let me explore more.

My main conflict is that I’m not sure if that would narrow my path too early. I can’t really imagine what other career I would do, but maybe I just haven’t experimented with enough other stuff, so it might be too early to decide. But then if I go to Amherst I might regret passing up all the art opportunities.

I really do like both schools but depending on where I go it could really change my trajectory. Thoughts?

I want to ask previous applicants or students. Is the Amherst waitlist usually this long? Also, has anyone called them yet to ask about updates?

In service of preparing for move in, can someone help answer:

What are the dimensions of your closet hanging space?

What are the dimensions of the drawers in the dresser and desk? (LxWxH)

Thank you!

Hello everyone,

I’m excited to be part of the co 30. What would my math path be if I have taken the calc sequence already? I’m interested in pursuing grad school after. Is it hard to obtain research positions here/ is it competitive?

plz leave a comment if you hear any good news! thank youu