University of Massachusetts at Amherst
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Massachusetts at Amherst
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Massachusetts at Amherst is a large public university located on an urban campus in Amherst, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 23,936, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 58%. The university offers 85 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 83%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $16,591, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $38,527.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile29-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1300-1480
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
32k
Students enrolled
20%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
43%
Unknown
2%
Black
3%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
10%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
18% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
57
Total Online Enrollment
6,463
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.20% online, 80% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
83% On-campus
17% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates24% online
Associate20% online
Bachelor's12% online
Graduate Certificate45% online
Master's13% online
Doctorate2% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $16,591 | $38,527 |
| Graduate | $14,723 | $32,434 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,437 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,040 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,437 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,040 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,040 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $34,068 | $56,004 |
| Off-campus without family | $34,068 | $56,004 |
| Off-campus with family | $18,631 | $40,567 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
19%
State Grant Aid
19%
Institution Grant Aid
74%
Pell Grant
18%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$44k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Field Hockey
- Rowing
- Softball
- Tennis
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering. | |||
| 10 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 11 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 12 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 13 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 14 | History. | |||
| 15 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 16 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 17 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 18 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 19 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 20 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 21 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 22 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Psychology. | |||
| 24 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 25 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 26 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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