University of Massachusetts at Lowell
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Massachusetts at Lowell
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Massachusetts at Lowell is a medium-sized public university located on a suburban campus in Lowell, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 12,130, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 85%. The university offers 46 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 70%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $15,850, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $34,676.
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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 considered for admission, even 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*Implied no
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 Percentile26-30
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1180-1350
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
17k
Students enrolled
41%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
35%
Unknown
2%
Black
6%
Hispanic
11%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
10%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
22% 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
50
Total Online Enrollment
6,878
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.41% online, 59% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
69% On-campus
31% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates83% online
Associate50% online
Bachelor's15% online
Graduate Certificate47% online
Master's34% online
Doctorate4% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $15,850 | $34,676 |
| Graduate | $15,330 | $27,706 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,424 |
| On-campus other expenses | $800 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $5,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $800 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $800 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $33,274 | $52,100 |
| Off-campus without family | $22,850 | $41,676 |
| Off-campus with family | $17,850 | $36,676 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
35%
State Grant Aid
37%
Institution Grant Aid
78%
Pell Grant
22%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$24k
Average student debtafter graduation
$46k
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
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Field Hockey
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 17 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 18 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 19 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Psychology. | |||
| 21 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 22 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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