Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002222
- Phone: (413) 545-0111
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
76.14%FINANCIAL AID RATE
84%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
32FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,276Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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University of Massachusetts – Boston
Also known as UMass Amherst
374 Whitmore Building 181 Presidents Drive, Amherst, MA
UMass Boston is a public institution located in Boston, MA and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Enrollment at UMass Boston is nearly 15,000 per year.
Students may pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Psychology
- Security And Protective Services
Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students at UMass Boston scored between 880 - 1110 on the SAT exam. 68% of those who apply are accepted to University of Massachusetts - Boston, of which 29 percent choose to enroll.
Tuition & fees at University of Massachusetts - Boston are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $13,000 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $27,000 for the year. Some students at University of Massachusetts - Boston may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The UMass Boston Beacons participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Sports available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
Students may visit the school's www.umb.edu to see additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants UMass Amherst accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at University of Massachusetts – Boston is about 16,000, where graduate students make up roughly 14% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $12,400. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $60 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $14,000-$17,000
- Out-of-State: $35,000-$41,580
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $590-$710 per unit
- Out-of-State: $1,400-$1,700 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 84% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 76% | $11,175 |
Receiving Student Loans | 52% | $5,819 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, University of Massachusetts – Boston may offer services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Massachusetts – Boston is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Little East Conference)
- Basketball (Little East Conference)
- Track and Field (Little East Conference)
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Massachusetts – Boston by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biomedical Science (D)
- Environmental Biology (C)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, D)
- Accounting (M)
- International Business (M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (B, M)
- Computer Science (D, M)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Special Education (C, M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, M)
- Education (C, D, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing Science (B, D, M)
- Nursing (B)
- Family Practice Nurse (C)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Gerontology (C, D, M)
- Sustainability Studies (C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, D, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Clinical Psychology (D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B, D, M)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B)
- Archaeology (M)
- Social Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Massachusetts – Boston.
- Salem State College in Brighton, MA (16 miles away)
- Framingham State College in Fitchburg, MA (20 miles away)
- Bridgewater State University in Waltham, MA (22 miles away)
- University of Massachusetts - Lowell in Lowell, MA (28 miles away)
- Rhode Island College in Providence, RI (38 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- See all colleges in Massachusetts
- Browse our list of public colleges in Massachusetts
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002222
- Phone: (413) 545-0111
- School Homepage