University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, Massachusetts

Life at UMass Amherst is as bold and dynamic as the students who call it home. As the flagship campus of the UMass system, it offers the academic power of a top-tier research university alongside the community spirit of a classic New England college town. Students can choose from more than 100 majors, join hundreds of clubs and organizations, and enjoy one of the nation’s best campus dining programs. With opportunities ranging from groundbreaking research to Division I athletics, UMass Amherst encourages students to dream big and achieve more. Its strong alumni network, innovative programs, and commitment to affordability make it a launchpad for success in Massachusetts and around the globe.
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College Highlights
ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Non-U.S. Citizen: 7%
Hispanic/Latinx: 8%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 5%
White, non-Hispanic: 61%
Native/Indigenous American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 0%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 11%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: 3%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 4%
Admission
TEST SCORES
Optional
FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 600 | 75th Percentile: 680
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 600 | 75th Percentile: 710
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 27 | 75th Percentile: 32
ACT Math
25th Percentile: 25 | 75th Percentile: 31
ACT English
25th Percentile: 25 | 75th Percentile: 33
Tuition & Cost
Tuition (in-state): $15,791
Tuition (out-of-state): $35,779
Fees: $648
Room: $7,462
Board: $5,867
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Campus Location
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA 01003