University of Massachusetts-Amherst (UMass Amherst) is a four-year, public school located in Amherst, MA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UMass Amherst's 2024 tuition & fees is $17,357 for Massachusetts residents and $39,293 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 77% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,636.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 32,229 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
UMass Amherst's acceptance rate is 58.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.00%. The median SAT scores is 1390 and the ACT socre is 31.
UMass Amherst ranked 79th in National Universities and 12nd in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. University of Massachusetts-Amherst is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Massachusetts-Amherst is $17,357 for in-state students and $39,293 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $17,009 for in-state students and $34,720 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $17,772 for Massachusetts residents and $40,448 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $17,402 for Massachusetts residents and $35,718 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $17,357 | $39,293 |
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| Graduate | $17,009 | $34,720 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $17,772 | $40,448 |
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| Graduate | $17,402 | $35,718 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Massachusetts-Amherst offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UMass Amherst
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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