Overview
Enrollment
| Location | North Dartmouth, Massachusetts |
| Online | umassd.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, approximately 60 miles south of Boston, UMass Dartmouth occupies a 710-acre campus known for its distinctive Brutalist architecture designed by Paul Rudolph in the 1960s. The university, which evolved from the merger of textile schools and technical institutes, gained university status in 1991 as part of the University of Massachusetts system. UMass Dartmouth primarily serves southeastern Massachusetts and offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular strengths in engineering, marine science, business, and visual arts. The campus features extensive residential facilities housing most first-year students, with multiple dining options and academic buildings connected by a ring road system. As a Division III institution, the UMass Dartmouth Corsairs compete in the Little East Conference across multiple sports programs.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UMass Dartmouth is rated within the top 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Massachusetts Dartmouth within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#557 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#172 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#35 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#5 in Best Public Colleges in Massachusetts
#554 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#34 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1040/1260 |
| ACT | 22/27 |
| GPA | 3.37 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Massachusetts Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $675 |
| Room and Board | $17,940 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,772 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,320 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $675 |
| Room and Board | $17,940 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,772 |
| Total One Year Cost | $52,862 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 31% |
| Health Professions | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Engineering | 9% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025