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| Location | Amherst, Massachusetts |
| Online | umass.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Town Fringe |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Amherst, Massachusetts, University of Massachusetts Amherst is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 41,690 prospective students applied, and 24,981 were granted admission. Of those admitted 5,047 enrolled in the school. 24,343 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,250 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $15,406 plus fees of $481. UMass is ranked 171 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1200/1390 |
| ACT | 26/31 |
| GPA | 3.73 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Massachusetts Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $481 |
| Room and Board | $12,626 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,913 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $481 |
| Room and Board | $12,626 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $49,596 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 15% |
| Social Sciences | 12% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Communication | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166629 IPEDS survey data for University of Massachusetts Amherst.