| UMass Amherst | vs. | GWU |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst, Massachusetts | Location | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$17,357
Out-Of-State$39,293 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $64,798 |
| 77% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 64% |
| $11,636 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $34,492 |
| 57.77 % | Acceptance Rates | 43.54 % |
| 18.15 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 21.52 % |
| 1,390 | SAT Score | 1,430 |
| 31 | ACT Score | 32 |
| 83 % | Graduation Rate | 84 % |
| 11 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 90 % | Retention Rate | 90 % |
| 32,229 | Student Population | 25,939 |
| 1,452 | Number of Faculties | 1,255 |
| 18 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 12 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |