You would borrow a median $13,740 — about $156 a month for ten years. Graduates earn a median $77,644 ten years after starting, so the debt clears in roughly 0.4 years of the salary premium.
Yes — on the federal figures this is one of the fastest-paying degrees in the country.
Under roughly 15% of gross pay, repayment is generally considered manageable alongside rent and living costs.
We do not list an award tied specifically to Amherst College yet — but national, country and subject scholarships still apply to students heading there, and each one cuts the $13,740 above.
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The typical graded university clears its debt in 1.3 years on median earnings of $57,146 against $22,500 of debt. Amherst College clears its debt faster than that, and its graduates earn $38,124 a year more than a US worker with only a high-school diploma.
| Nearby university | Grade | Debt | Earnings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tufts University Massachusetts | A | $16,250 | $83,214 | 0.4 yrs |
| Bentley University Massachusetts | A | $25,023 | $120,959 | 0.3 yrs |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute Massachusetts | A | $27,000 | $103,470 | 0.4 yrs |
| Northeastern University Massachusetts | A | $24,250 | $92,538 | 0.5 yrs |
| Williams College Massachusetts | A | $12,761 | $88,665 | 0.3 yrs |
Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard — earnings and debt cover students who received federal financial aid and blend every subject taught at the institution. Figures imported 28 Aug 2026. This page is information, not financial advice.