University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

North Dartmouth, MA

$13,833

Avg in-state tuition

$29,578

Avg out-of-state tuition

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About University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth

School Type: Public

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: N/A While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Military Friendly: YesMilitary-friendly schools are Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges, offer the Yellow Ribbon Program, and have a dedicated point of contact to support veterans, military service members, and their families. Explore our college guide for service members and veterans to learn more.

The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth is a medium-sized public university located on a suburban campus in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,027, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 76%. The university offers 58 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 52%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $13,833, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $29,578.

Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a high acceptance rate.

This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.

76% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

71% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

52% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores Required

High school transcript Required

High school rank Considered (not required)

Letter of recommendation Recommended

High school GPA Required

Open admission No

Completion of college prep program Required

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*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 Percentile 20-26

SAT 25th-75th Percentile 990-1190

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of between 5,000 and 15,000 students.

Learn more about how we determine school awards

8k

Students enrolled

97%

Online student enrollment

15:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold
International Online classes are available for students around the world. Check Bold

Demographics

White

60%

Black

14%

Hispanic

10%

Unknown

4%

Two or more races

4%

Non-U.S. Citizen

4%

Asian

4%

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%

Female student population

52%

Socio-economic diversity

50% 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

43

Total Online Enrollment

7,624

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

71% On-campus

29% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates Check Bold 25% online

Associate X Bold Not offered

Bachelor's Check Bold 33% online

Graduate Certificate Check Bold 50% online

Master's Check Bold 22% online

Doctorate X Bold Not offered

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $13,833 $29,578
Graduate $16,390 $29,578

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $1,200
On-campus room and board $15,677
On-campus other expenses $1,572
Off-campus (not with family) room and board $10,000
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses $2,072
Off-campus (with family) other expenses $3,572

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $32,282 $48,027
Off-campus without family $27,105 $42,850
Off-campus with family $18,605 $34,350

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

63%

State Grant Aid

55%

Institution Grant Aid

82%

Pell Grant

50%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $4,093
State Grant Aid $2,180
Institution Grant Aid $4,928
Pell Grant Aid $4,345

Financial Outlook

$26k

Average student debt after graduation

$41k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

NCAA Division III with football

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Basketball
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Track Field Outdoor
  • Volleyball
  • Baseball
  • Basketball

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

1

Architecture And Related Services

BA

MA

DOC

2

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies

BA

MA

DOC

3

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies

BA

MA

DOC

4

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

5

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

6

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

7

Education

BA

MA

DOC

8

Engineering

BA

MA

DOC

9

English Language And Literature/Letters

BA

MA

DOC

10

Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics

BA

MA

DOC

11

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC